This publication has exclusively identified the civilian shooter as Private Ebamu Samuel, No. 271198.
Crime & Investigations
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Jinja man sets house ablaze, kills wife, 17 and 9-mo baby
Edirisa Isabirye, 25, set fire on his house at Katende Triangle in Bugembe, Jinja City, killing his wife Mirabu Kakazi, 17.
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Addicted Kwania thief killed by mob over alleged theft
The death of Atim Ronald is a stark reminder of the dangers of mob justice and the need for communities to trust legal processes.
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A community in turmoil: Adjumani leaders raise alarm over growing insecurity
A cloud of fear and uncertainty hangs over the East Madi Wildlife Reserve communities in Adjumani district.
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Amolatar man accused of killing wife for not bathing children
Owak Tom is on the run after his assault on the wife led to her death on Women’s Day.
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Garden Inn Guest House refutes police report on alleged theft by staff
The management of Garden Inn Guest House in Lira City has asked the North Kyoga PRO to be fair and balanced in his report.
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Lira businessman Joel Okwir arraigned in court on land fraud charges
If convicted, businessman Okwir could face harsh penalties, including imprisonment and fines, under Uganda’s anti-corruption laws.
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Ugandan troops complete post-mission training after Somalia deployment
Brig Gen Kabango, who represented Deputy Commander Land Forces Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, praised the troops’ tenacity and professionalism.
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Police arrest pro-Amongi “content creator” Ayeny for hate speech and cyber harassment
Ayeny was arrested on March 7 while in Lira City for hate speech and cyber harrasement.
Posted inPeople / Special Reports
The silent struggles of persons with hearing impairment in Northern Uganda
Not only people with hearing impairment have been silenced, but also persons with visual impairments with civil society organizations coming in to support them and make sure their future is brighter.
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Kiira regional CID office gets nissan double cabin for enhanced policing
Kiira Regional CID, SSP Dr. Monday Johnson Agaba, officially received the vehicle, registered as UP 7547 and white in color, on Monday, March 3, 2025.
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Akello Hellen’s murder: Husband Oyuru Moses among prime suspects, police say
The murder of Akello Hellen has sent shockwaves through Lira City, with residents demanding swift justice.