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.
Category: Crime & Investigations
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
UN special rep., Zenenga praises Ugandan troops in Somalia
Raisedon Zenenga, Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Somalia, praised UPDF troops serving in Somalia.
Why Okodo and two others were acquitted of land fraud
Okodo who is now acquitted of land fraud is the Director of the Jerusalem School of Nursing and Health Sciences in Lira.
Policing Busoga: Kiira region leads in crime prevention
The intelligence report ranked Buyende district in the Busoga North region second, citing a significant decrease in combative crimes such as armed robberies and other organised crimes.
Police launch investigation into fatal shooting at Lira pork joint
The Monday fatal shooting at a pork joint in Lira City is the first in the area since the year started.