The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has granted bail to Chris Obore, the interdicted director of communications and public affairs at Uganda's parliament, along with six co-accused, after two months in detention. Justice Michael Elubu approved the applications on Wednesday following submissions from the accused's lawyers. The seven face charges linked to the alleged misappropriation of Shs 27.2 billion at parliament, according to The Observer.

Chris Obore, the Director of Communications for Parliament, along with six other senior officials, has been remanded in custody by the Anti-Corruption Court in Wandegeya until July 7, 2026. They face charges of embezzlement, money laundering, and other corruption-related offenses, with prosecutors alleging the illegal misappropriation of Shs30 billion.

Chris Ariko Obore, the Director of Communications and Public Affairs for Parliament, has been arrested along with seven other senior parliamentary staff during an operation by the Inspectorate of Government. This action is part of a broader investigation into alleged corruption related to the misuse of SACCO funds within Parliament, marking a significant development in the ongoing scrutiny of the institution's leadership.

Seven parliamentary officials, including a prominent figure known for his controversial behavior, have been charged with embezzlement involving Ugandan Shillings 31.8 billion. The charges were brought by the Inspector General of Government (IGG), and the accused have been remanded to Luzira Prison until July 7, 2026.

Chris Obore Ariko, Parliament’s director of communications and public affairs, is accused of using the National Identification Cards and driving permits of drivers in Bukedea district without their consent to account for over Shs 675 million in public funds. This allegation was made in a petition submitted to the Inspector General of Government on July 2, 2026.

Former Sports Principal Secretary Peter Kirimi Kaberia and five other suspects have been released on a Sh3 million bond after being charged in Nairobi over the alleged misappropriation of Sh330 million linked to CHAN funds. The accused appeared in court on September 8, where they were granted bond pending further proceedings. The case centres on claims that the funds were misused, according to the charges brought against the suspects.