The Inspectorate of Government has found that Parliament recruited 182 employees without publicly advertising the vacancies between 2021 and 2026, denying many Ugandans a fair chance at employment.
The Anti-Corruption Court has granted bail to interdicted Parliament Director of Communications Chris Obore and six co-accused facing charges linked to the alleged diversion of about Shs27 billion meant for parliamentary donations and CSR activities.
The Inspector General of Government has ordered the interdiction of Uganda Registration Services Bureau Registrar General Mercy Kainobwisho and three other senior officials. The move follows a presidential directive for an audit into alleged financial impropriety at the agency.
Inspector General of Government Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala has directed the Clerk to Parliament to immediately interdict Chris Obore and six other senior officials currently facing corruption charges. The order takes effect while their cases remain before the Anti-Corruption Court.
“The prosecution of the two officials underscores the IGG’s unwavering resolve to combat corruption and abuse of public office.” — Inspectorate of Government statement.
