Dr Justine Nakimuli Kigozi Odong, a psychiatry consultant with two decades of experience, made the remarks at the conclusion of a mock African Union (AU) summit debate in Uganda.
Eyewitness Franklin Mugerwa expressed shock at the doctor's actions. “Besides slapping him, he grabbed his shirt by the neck, demanding to know why he was recording the councilors fighting. ‘Don’t you see it’s just a disagreement?’ he asked,” Mugerwa recounted.
By the time of publishing this story, our efforts to get an explanation from Mukono Town Clerk, Francis Byabagambi, regarding the ongoing works had not yet succeeded.
Blasio Buule, who transports firewood from Ntunda and Kyabazaala, shared his grievances, explaining that they pay between UGX 3,000 and UGX 7,000 per vehicle to unacknowledged revenue collectors.
According to Justice Buteera, magistrates can benefit from the wealth of experience of retired judicial officers, particularly in mediation and plea bargaining.
According to him, Kkoome’s fertile soils have the potential to contribute greatly to Uganda’s domestic production, with farmers growing quality coffee and upland rice, but poor transport links make it difficult to access essential materials or markets.
“The decision follows a review of the contractor's performance and repeated failure to adhere to agreed contractual obligations, including critical environmental and social safeguard measures. The council previously issued warnings regarding non-compliance on 10 October 2024 and 10 January 2025.” Ndema indicates.
Despite a case file (SD 04/21/02/2025) being opened at Mukono Police Station, sources within the Criminal Investigations Department indicate that officers have been unable to secure statements from key witnesses, including students, teachers, and school administrators.
Under the Local Government Act CAP 243, Section 88(1), every district is required to establish a Local Government Public Accounts Committee (LGPAC). The committee plays a crucial role in scrutinising the reports of the Auditor General, the Chief Internal Auditor, and any inquiries conducted by the Commission of Inquiry.
Elizabeth Namanda, Mukono Chief Administrative Officer, says MUWRP, once a key health partner, had employed 236 health workers, including 32 on permanent contracts.
The Chairperson has long been castigated by National Unity Platform- NUP party members for appointing Muhumuza, an NRM party member, as his vice-chairperson.
Speaking at the opening of their induction at Collin Hotel in Mukono Central Division on Monday evening, the Chief Justice emphasized that ADR and plea-bargaining initiatives allow both parties to participate in determining the outcomes of their cases.
Oscar Walukhu Wakooli, a legal consultant with Save the Children, pointed out that discrimination remains a major barrier to inclusion. He noted that some service providers use demeaning language when referring to people with psychosocial disabilities, making it harder for them to seek help.
Fatumah Nakigudde, 28, a resident of Anthony (Wantoni) village, sought medical attention at the center on Sunday. However, she was found dead the following morning.
The investigation also targets claims of improper payments made to non-existent employees, those who had retired, as well as individuals who were irregularly recruited or receiving salaries above their appropriate pay scale.
Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police, indicated that police in Mukono are currently investigating the matter as a suspected case of suicide by hanging.
Obba becomes the second worker to die at the factory as a result of negligence. The first victim was Gerald Mukisa Waswa, who was working alongside colleagues feeding a paper-crushing machine when he accidentally slipped and fell into the rolling mechanism, which crushed his head.
A CID officer at Mukono Police Station who preferred anonymity told Uganda Radio Network, that the boy used a rope from the mosquito net to hang himself.
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