In a statement, Ambassador Ibrahim condemned what he described as “yet another massacre” carried out by the militia. According to a statement from the Sudanese government, the deaths resulted from gunfire, food poisoning, and lack of medical care in what it claims are illegal detention centers where civilians, including women and children, are being held.
NuwaAbine explained that the CID had previously existed but was removed by past leadership. However, it has now been reinstated, with the department being led by Richard Mugwisagye, a senior police officer holding the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police.
Sarah Opendi, the Woman MP for Tororo district, shared frustrations with banks prioritizing their loan products over GROW funds. She narrated the experience of her sister, a school proprietor, who was repeatedly denied access to the GROW fund by Post Bank and Centenary Bank.
Ronald Sanya, the Namayingo District LC V Chairperson, explains that the events often lead to inappropriate activities, including sexual encounters among teenagers, resulting in unwanted pregnancies.
Independent candidate Grace Akifeza Ngabirano criticized the religious influence, which she says fosters division and leads to the election of unqualified leaders. She called for unity and government intervention to curb the practice.