The Uganda Police Force has launched an investigation into alleged incidents involving its officers and supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) that reportedly took place on Tuesday, September 24, 2025, in Mbale City and the Central Business District of Kampala.
In a statement released on Thursday, police acknowledged that videos circulating on social media appear to show officers tearing down a candidate’s posters during operations.
“The Uganda Police Force has taken note of two videos circulating on social media showing police officers allegedly tearing a candidate’s poster during operations,” the statement read.
The police confirmed that the incidents coincided with clashes between officers and NUP supporters, which escalated during the dispersal of the gatherings.
“The footages show an altercation occurred between police officers and supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP), leading to the dispersal of the supporters. During this process, some campaign materials were damaged,” the Force added.
Authorities say a full inquiry is underway to establish what happened and whether officers acted outside their mandate.
“The Uganda Police Force has launched an investigation into these allegations, and appropriate action will be taken based on the findings of the inquiry,” the statement concluded.