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Kyagulanyi rally turns violent, suspect arrested for smashing police car
Homie tried to fight the state with a rock and instantly regretted his life choices immediately after Wakiso officers snagged him for smashing up their ride. The twenty-five-year-old suspect, identified as Kabira Deo, allegedly targeted a patrol cruiser while Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu moved through Lufula village for a campaign stop. Law enforcement claims this guy launched projectiles at the vehicle registration UP 9770 and completely shattered the windscreen. Security personnel were already swarming Nakabugo Parish to manage the massive crowds accompanying the opposition leader toward Ssentema when things went sideways. Bulenga Police Station agents grabbed him on the spot to stop further chaos. Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed that...
Mayanja jailed over disputed kibanja sale to judge
A real estate dealer got arrested for ghosting a judge after spotting a hilarious timeline error. Entebbe police detained Charles Mayanja after a bitter fallout with Bushenyi High Court Judge Amos Kwizera regarding land in Kasanje, Wakiso. The businessman stopped paying the judicial officer because he claims the purchase documents are completely fraudulent. The drama started when Kwizera acquired a kibanja at Gayaza-Nangombe from John Ssemugooma without asking the registered title holder. Mayanja initially agreed to compensate the buyer to leave the property. He even wired twenty million shillings to a Standard Chartered account as a commitment fee. Matters got weird when the suspect reviewed the 1996 agreement used for the original...
LC1 chair arrested for trashing Muhwezi’s campaign posters
The local chairman got arrested for destroying security minister posters during a massive ego trip. Police in Rukungiri District handcuffed Darius Nabasa after he allegedly trashed campaign materials belonging to Jim Muhwezi. The Omukibungo Village boss reportedly felt disrespected because the heavyweight politician failed to ask for permission before holding a rally at Half London Trading Centre. Elly Maate confirmed that officers are actively hunting two accomplices who helped wreck the displays. The chaos erupted shortly following an event where the Rujumbura County MP spoke to voters. Witnesses claim the suspect ordered the removal of banners near the residence of Aryayijuka Obed. Investigators visited the scene to document the...
NMS thwarts Entebbe warehouse heist, no drugs lost
Thieves tried to raid the national pill stash but got absolutely wrecked instead. National Medical Stores teamed up with security agencies to crush a robbery attempt at their Entebbe facility yesterday. Internal guards noticed the intrusion and alerted Special Forces Command alongside Uganda Police Force to trap the goons before they could steal vital meds. Five individuals allegedly participated in this failed mission. Three suspects are currently behind bars, while two others sustained injuries during the chaotic intercept and are receiving treatment under guard. Officials blocked off the scene to ensure investigations proceed without messing up evidence or losing inventory. The organization stated that business continues normally...
Museveni urges Muslim leaders to ditch poverty, back NRM
Museveni just secured total loyalty from Muslim leaders while lecturing them about making cash. He hosted a squad under Sheikh Abdallah Ssemambo at State Lodge Nakasero to discuss unity and national vibes. The big man praised their contributions to development but insisted that religious groups must actively fight poverty regardless of their specific beliefs. The President argued that God remains one despite different interpretations. He promised no trouble provided everyone follows the law. The veteran politician urged them to prioritize wealth creation instead of staying broke while praying. He wants spiritual guides to push economic hustle hard. He thanked the group for backing the National Resistance Movement and dropped Hassan...
Akena tells UPC voters to skip Museveni
Jimmy Akena is throwing massive shade at the president after getting blocked from the big race. The UPC boss instructed his followers to cast ballots for literally anyone except the incumbent leader. He claims political interference ruined his bid, although officials blame legal technicalities for his disqualification. Akena told everyone at Uganda House to pick from the other candidates or just write his name on the paper in protest. He specifically wants to hurt the ruling party tally. This directive went viral online as supporters looked for direction. Insiders claim the Lira City East MP is low-key pushing for Robert Kyagulanyi. They even hung out at Akena’s ancestral home in Akokoro recently. That meetup in the Apac District...
Equity Bank backs Kibirige’s Q-School golf bid
A local caddie just secured the bag to go international thanks to corporate cash. Equity Bank dropped a cool two grand on Marvin Kibirige to fund his trip to India for the 2026 Q-School Golf Tournament. The handover happened at Uganda Golf Club, giving the country’s top pro swinger a shot at qualifying for major global circuits. Clare Tumwesigye, the marketing boss at the financial institution, claimed they want to transform lives through global talent investment. She insisted that backing determined individuals fits their mission of empowerment. This cash injection acts as a massive milestone for the sport locally. Kibirige called the sponsorship a dream scenario that offers hope to younger players. He believes this support proves...
Violence erupts at Yumbe campaign rally days before polls
Machetes started swinging in Yumbe District when political beef turned bloody at a campaign rally involving Karimu Musa. The drama popped off in Tuliki Village right before the big vote when supporters of incumbent Onzima Godfrey showed up with posters. A rival squad allegedly attacked them using sticks and sharp blades. Authorities confirmed that five peasant farmers from the Aringa community got hurt during the scuffle. The victims were listed as Abdul Hamid Nuru, Chandiga Adinan, Taban Yasin, Manager Jawad, and Yope Said. Officers recorded statements and gave them forms for medical checks. Law enforcement arrested Andruga Swadick, who acts as the LC1 Chairperson of Abiriirua Village, to help with the investigation at Yumbe Central...
DP insider slams Mao over 'fake' court win
Edith Byanyima just absolutely destroyed Norbert Mao for faking his legitimacy through technicalities. She dropped a savage open letter claiming the Democratic Party boss is gaslighting everyone regarding recent court wins. The opposition figure insists that getting lawsuits tossed on procedural grounds does not mean his leadership is actually legal or moral. This whole mess stems from a High Court decision in Mbarara that threw out a case she filed with Julius Ddumba, Henry Kasozi Lameck Kamya. They tried to cancel the Asamar Resort Gardens conference, where Mao secured his re-election against Michael Bayigga Lulume. Justice Allan Nshimye rejected their application mainly because they skipped the internal party dispute channels...
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