KAMULE KUMALO

A tragic road accident has left a young boy deeply injured near Kati Kati, Lacor, raising concern within the local community. The incident reportedly involved a vehicle associated with John Baptist Odama, the retired Archbishop of Gulu. According to eyewitness accounts, the driver lost control while attempting to avoid hitting a child who was rolling a motorcycle tire along the roadside. In the process, the vehicle is said to have veered off the road and struck another boy who was operating a mobile money stall. The victim was reportedly standing under the veranda of his home at the time of the crash. He sustained serious injuries from the impact and was rushed for urgent medical attention. Authorities responded swiftly to the scene, securing the area and facilitating the transfer of the injured boy to St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor for treatment. Eyewitnesses described the incident as sudden, noting that the driver appeared to be trying to prevent a more severe accident before ...

The State House Anti-Corruption Unit has directed all members of the Bushenyi District Executive Committee to report to their offices without fail on Monday next week, signaling a significant escalation in ongoing investigations into alleged corruption within the district leadership. According to the directive, the move is part of a broader effort to ensure accountability and facilitate inquiries into claims of malpractice, particularly involving the illegal sale of government jobs. The committee under scrutiny includes District Chairman Jaffari Basajjabalaba, who is reportedly on the run following allegations linking him to the controversial scheme. Sources indicate that investigators are tightening their grip on the matter, seeking to question key officials and gather critical documentation that may shed light on how the alleged transactions were conducted. The absence of the district chairman has raised further concerns, with authorities intensifying efforts ...

Emotions ran high as Acholi team captain Okello Tito broke down in tears while making a public appeal for assistance for his teammate and “brother,” Onek Alfred, who is currently detained in India over serious drug-related charges. According to reports, Onek Alfred was arrested in December 2023 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Authorities allege that he was found in possession of approximately 1.1 kilograms of suspected cocaine. The Indian government subsequently charged him under the stringent Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, a law known for its tough stance on drug trafficking and possession. Under this legislation, if convicted, Onek could face severe penalties ranging from 10 to 20 years in prison, depending on the court’s findings and the classification of the substance involved. Speaking with visible distress, Okello Tito described Onek as not just a teammate but a brother, emphasizing his importance both on and o...

By dawn, Gulu City had spoken—not loudly, but firmly. His Worship Hon. Labeja Julius Gunya , popularly known as  Gunya , has officially clinched the Gulu City mayoral seat after one of the most closely watched and tension-filled elections the city has witnessed in recent years. This was not a casual victory. It was a defended one. From the first ballot cast, it became clear that the election would be decided as much by alertness as by numbers. Reports from various polling stations pointed to attempted electoral mischief, including alleged pre-ticked ballot papers and last-minute inducements aimed at boda boda riders on voting day. The message was simple: relax, and you lose. What changed the story was vigilance—relentless, organized, and loud enough to be felt. Gunya’s camp, backed by artists, media practitioners, and committed observers, maintained constant pressure throughout the day and deep into the tallying process. Cameras stayed on. Voices stayed raised. Every suspicious mov...