By Three suspects have been remanded to prison over allegations of stealing more than UGX 500 million intended for cattle compensation in Otuke District.
The suspects, identified as Obua Denith, Okeng Joel, and Ayo Jonan, appeared before the Otuke Magistrates Court today and were charged with theft and unlawful possession of National Identity Cards belonging to other people. They were remanded until July 22, 2025.
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According to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), working jointly with CID and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the trio allegedly connived to exploit elderly beneficiaries during the registration and bank account opening process for cattle compensation.
Investigations reveal that the accused obtained the victims’ bank details and operated their accounts without consent, siphoning off funds meant to compensate for cattle lost during past insurgencies. Victims were denied access to their accounts and never received their compensation.
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Authorities estimate that the scheme resulted in the loss of over UGX 500 million, and more suspects are still on the run as investigations continue.
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit has urged affected individuals to come forward and report any similar cases to aid ongoing investigations.
