Obbo says that a number of land title are in areas which are targeted for several government projects including the awaited multi billion Bukasa Inland Port among others. He says that all people occupying the land whose titles have been canceled will not be compensated when the said projects kick off since they are illegally occupying the land in question.
Last year, the National Forestry Authority-NFA ordered the squatters to vacate the forest land to pave way for tree planting and restoration of the forest in vain
According to Bishop Abura, tempering with the forest without proper planning will not only affect the Tepeth, but the entire community of Moroto and its neighborhood. He suggests that the trees be harvested in a phased manner spread over years to avoid disaster.
During the scuffle, Birimumaaso allegedly bit Kirya\'s finger and cheeks. Nyana claims that Birimumaaso’s men roughed him up and disarmed him with the help of their boss before they assaulted him.
More than 1000 people who have been cultivating in Omier central forest reserve in Nebbi district have been given four months ultimatum to vacate the forest land before they are forcefully evicted.
