22 Mar 2025 · Although the details of his demise are still scanty, information obtained indicates that Col. Byaruhanga died on Friday after sustaining injuries from gunshot by the Allied Democratic Forces- ADF in DRC on Wednesday.
Although the details of his demise are still scanty, information obtained indicates that Col. Byaruhanga died on Friday after sustaining injuries from gunshot by the Allied Democratic Forces- ADF in DRC on Wednesday.
In his eulogy, Museveni described Gabona as a dedicated leader who played a transformative role in the Ministry of Education, serving in key leadership positions on various governing councils. He said she was a woman of distinction, determination, and zeal to deliver results wherever she was placed.
Emmanuel Olaro, the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, stated that the district is facing a deficit of around 600 teachers, with 54% of vacancies in primary schools and 55% in secondary schools. He explained that some teachers retired on medical grounds, while others transferred their services to other districts.
Dr. Atingi-Ego, a native of Ocokican in Soroti district, was appointed on Monday, bringing an end to nearly three years of speculation over the leadership of the Central Bank following the passing of Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile in 2022.
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni appointed Atingi-Ego as Deputy Governor, Bank of Uganda, for a 5-year term, on April 23, 2020, following a successful vetting exercise by the parliament on April 6. He succeeded Dr Louis Kasekende who’s secong five-year term had ended about three months earlier.
Museveni praised Oluka’s leadership, highlighting his discipline, efficiency, and commitment to cooperation with the public. “His leadership embodied the values of the NRA/UPDF as a pro-people army,” he added.
Brig. Gen. Oluka, 57, is reported to have shifted to his newly constructed three-story mansion, which had a chapel where various priests visited for Holy Mass, by the time of his demise on January 29, 2025.