Uganda Police have issued a stern warning to private security firms, demanding stricter adherence to firearm regulations and disciplinary measures after recovering 23 guns, including one stolen in Kimumbasa, Bugiri, which was allegedly used in kidnappings. Police spokesperson Rosoke Kituuma, speaking at a press conference at Naguru Police Headquarters, emphasized that only trained personnel should handle security duties and condemned the use of boda bodas by armed officers, citing safety risks. The statement followed reports of rising security concerns, including a recent arson attack in Nansana that killed three and injured six, which police are investigating as an act of arson. Kituuma also dismissed rumors of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) selling aircraft, vowing to arrest those spreading false information. He further cautioned Subaru drivers against misusing government roads and warned against creating content while driving, referencing a social media user identified as “Swabi.” The police chief reiterated that operations are ongoing in multiple cases, including the investigation into the murder of a 26-year-old man in Rubanda and the Nansana fire, where evidence suggests deliberate sabotage. He stressed that all incidents would be addressed through legal channels. The directive comes amid broader concerns about security sector accountability. Kituuma highlighted that the 2013 Private Security Agencies Act mandates strict compliance, with violations leading to penalties. He noted that the recovered firearms included weapons linked to criminal activities, underscoring the need for oversight. Meanwhile, police are monitoring public discourse to counter misinformation, particularly around military assets and road safety. The spokesperson also mentioned the arrest of activist Praise Aloikin, though details remain unclear, as part of ongoing law enforcement efforts. Public officials and community leaders have called for transparency in security operations, with critics urging stricter enforcement of existing laws. The police’s emphasis on discipline aligns with national efforts to curb firearm-related crimes, which have escalated in recent years. As investigations into multiple incidents continue, authorities remain focused on balancing security needs with public safety, ensuring that private security firms operate within legal frameworks to prevent further misuse of weapons.
Uganda Police Urge Private Security Firms to Halt Firearm Misuse After 23 Guns Recovered
Uganda Police Urge Private Security Firms to Halt Firearm Misuse After 23 Guns Recovered
Uganda Police have issued a stern warning to private security firms, demanding stricter adherence to firearm regulations and disciplinary measures after recovering 23 guns, including one stolen in Kimumbasa, Bugiri, which was allegedly used in kidnappings. Police spokesperson Rosoke Kituuma, speaking at a press conference at Naguru Police Headquarters, emphasized that only trained personnel should handle security duties and condemned the use of boda bodas by armed officers, citing safety risks. The statement followed reports of rising security concerns, including a recent arson attack in Nansana that killed three and injured six, which police are investigating as an act of arson. Kituuma also dismissed rumors of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) selling aircraft, vowing to arrest those spreading false information. He further cautioned Subaru drivers against misusing government roads and warned against creating content while driving, referencing a social media user identified as “Swabi.” The police chief reiterated that operations are ongoing in multiple cases, including the investigation into the murder of a 26-year-old man in Rubanda and the Nansana fire, where evidence suggests deliberate sabotage. He stressed that all incidents would be addressed through legal channels. The directive comes amid broader concerns about security sector accountability. Kituuma highlighted that the 2013 Private Security Agencies Act mandates strict compliance, with violations leading to penalties. He noted that the recovered firearms included weapons linked to criminal activities, underscoring the need for oversight. Meanwhile, police are monitoring public discourse to counter misinformation, particularly around military assets and road safety. The spokesperson also mentioned the arrest of activist Praise Aloikin, though details remain unclear, as part of ongoing law enforcement efforts. Public officials and community leaders have called for transparency in security operations, with critics urging stricter enforcement of existing laws. The police’s emphasis on discipline aligns with national efforts to curb firearm-related crimes, which have escalated in recent years. As investigations into multiple incidents continue, authorities remain focused on balancing security needs with public safety, ensuring that private security firms operate within legal frameworks to prevent further misuse of weapons.