Army officials warned troublemakers against causing election violence before voting happens next year. Major General Stephen Mugerwa spoke at a security meeting with government politicians, religious people, and local leaders in Mukono District. Politicians complained about opposition groups called Ggaali that claim they protect votes but allegedly attack ruling party members. One lady said these groups hurt NRM supporters at night, making them afraid to wear yellow party colors. The army leader promised tough action against anyone disturbing the peace during elections.
He mentioned previous problems where security forces fought back against protesters. Police commander Bernard Mugerwa said officers started teaching voters about peaceful participation. The army planned security checks across several regions, including Bunyoro, Busoga, and Buganda. He asked people to report strange activities they noticed. He admitted some soldiers misbehaved but said citizens should help identify them. Starting immediately, soldiers will work alongside police officers everywhere.
Some village leaders disliked this military involvement. They preferred dealing with police instead of soldiers for community issues. One chairman, Angello Mukasa, said they weren't comfortable working directly with army personnel. Despite these concerns, the military commander insisted that joint security operations had already begun to keep everything calm before the upcoming national elections.
He mentioned previous problems where security forces fought back against protesters. Police commander Bernard Mugerwa said officers started teaching voters about peaceful participation. The army planned security checks across several regions, including Bunyoro, Busoga, and Buganda. He asked people to report strange activities they noticed. He admitted some soldiers misbehaved but said citizens should help identify them. Starting immediately, soldiers will work alongside police officers everywhere.
Some village leaders disliked this military involvement. They preferred dealing with police instead of soldiers for community issues. One chairman, Angello Mukasa, said they weren't comfortable working directly with army personnel. Despite these concerns, the military commander insisted that joint security operations had already begun to keep everything calm before the upcoming national elections.
