The family of former Attorney General Dr. Kiddu Makubuya has dismissed reports that the renowned legal expert has passed away, confirming that he is still alive but critically ill. Speaking to PML Daily on Monday evening, a family member who preferred anonymity said, “We want to assure the public that Dr. Makubuya is still with…
Members of the Imoratok Clan in Ogolai Sub-county, Ococia parish in Amuria district are under untold suffering at the hands of Orungo Catholic Church under the jurisdiction of Soroti Catholic Diocese. In a Save-our-Souls (SOS) petition to the Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development (MoLHUD), these clan members narrate the harrowing tale of how…
Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo arrived in Seoul, South Korea on Sunday, June 2, 2024, to represent President Yoweri Museveni at the first-ever Korea-Africa Summit. The summit, scheduled for June 4 to 5, 2024, is themed “The Future We Make Together: Shared Growth, Sustainability, and Solidarity” and aims to foster a mutually beneficial, sustainable,…
There was drama at Mpigi High Court on 28th May 2024 when the resident judge Justice Anthony Oyuko is visibly angry that a litigant had written to him to step down from hearing his case because of bias. The judge took two hours denigrating and berating a lawyer for representing such a client despite the…
Police have arrested more than 30 suspected criminals behind the recent street attacks within Kampala. The group was arrested during the ongoing intelligence-led operations targeting criminal dens in the Kapela, Kimbejja, and Kyaliwajala areas of Kira municipality. ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Spokesperson of the Kampala Metropolitan Police, said on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, that…
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHAC-U) has joined forces with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to take action against government officials involved in abuse of office. In a recent development, two officials from Busolwe Town Council in Butaleja District have been arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court. According to a statement released by SHAC-U on May…
The Kampala Metropolitan Police has apprehended another suspect in connection to the aggravated robbery incident involving Mr. Mugisha Tomson, aged 40, which was captured on CCTV. Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Police Spokesperson of Kampala Metropolitan Police stated that the third suspect identified as Derrick also known as Musota, was arrested on May 24, 2024, around…
The Ministers for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Lokeris Peter and Hon. Wamala Nambozo Florence (State Minister) have committed to accelerating programmes aimed at transforming the Karamoja Sub-region. During their inaugural visit to the region today, the Ministers met with stakeholders in Kotido district to introduce themselves, engage in discussions, and address pressing issues. “We came to…
The Ministry of Education has raised concerns after observing that half of the private schools across the country are declining to register their learners on the new Education Management Information System (EMIS), implemented in 2022. The Director of Basic Education, Ismail Mulindwa, says that while the uptake and utilization of the system among public schools…
Kampala, UG: Tembo Steels Limited, a well-known industrial establishment in Lugazi Municipality, Buikwe district, is facing intense scrutiny due to reports of negligence and tragic events. The factory, which initially brought hope for job opportunities in the community, has been tarnished by a series of unfortunate incidents, highlighting its employees’ harsh working conditions and lack…
