
Four senior officials from Kalungu District Local Government have been remanded to Luzira Prison by the Anti-Corruption Court due to allegations of causing a financial loss exceeding Shs531 million to the Government of Uganda. This loss is reportedly linked to the mismanagement of a school renovation project. The officials were arrested by the Inspectorate of Government (IG) and have recently appeared in court.
AI summary. Verify with the original source.
Read full story at Eagle Online (UG) ↗
Listen
Unlock audio summaries, audio summaries, AI chat, Wikipedia facts, and ad-free reading.
$3.99 / month · cancel anytime
Go PremiumBackground facts
Unlock wikipedia facts, audio summaries, AI chat, Wikipedia facts, and ad-free reading.
$3.99 / month · cancel anytime
Go PremiumSimilar stories

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested Gilbert Momanyi Maturwe, a director of Gimo Security and Investigation Services Limited, over alleged procurement fraud related to a Ksh5.4 million security services contract at Keroka Technical Training Institute. The arrest follows investigations into the awarding of the contract.
KBC·June 24, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Four men accused of murdering national rugby player Sydney Gongodyo Gyabi have been remanded to Luzira Prison as police continue their investigations. The suspects appeared in court for a case mention, but proceedings were halted after the prosecution provided updates, according to BigEye.
BigEye·June 23, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Erias Lukwago, an opposition politician and lawyer, will remain in custody after the Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court denied his bail application. Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera stated that the prosecution provided compelling reasons for continued detention, highlighting the seriousness of the charges against him and the necessity for protection.
Eagle Online (UG)·June 23, 2026 at 5:48 PMThe Makindye Chief Magistrates Court in Kampala has denied bail to former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, citing concerns that he may interfere with ongoing investigations due to his societal influence. The court noted that Lukwago is facing a charge that carries a potential life imprisonment sentence, as ruled by Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera.
The Independent (UG)·June 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A court has issued an arrest warrant for former NEDP official Daniel Onsomu, who is facing charges of fraud. According to reports, he allegedly obtained Sh2.05 million from Daniel Nyakundi Osiemo between September 8 and October 6, 2022. The case is being heard at the Kibera Chief Magistrate’s Court.
Eastleigh Voice·June 25, 2026 at 7:02 AM
The arrest of Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has sparked a national debate on power and accountability in Uganda, highlighting concerns over public intimidation. Following Lukwago's detention, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba addressed the situation on social media, reflecting the growing fear among Ugandans regarding potential arrests, according to The Observer.
The Observer (UG)·June 24, 2026 at 10:14 AM