Police have issued a strong warning to political actors following a serious accident involving the convoy of National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu on the Kalagi–Kayunga road near Namyoya village on September 29.
The accident, which involved motorcycles and a campaign vehicle—a white Mitsubishi registration UAZ 064H—left at least six people injured, several of whom were referred to Mulago Referral Hospital with multiple fractures and wounds.
Preliminary findings suggest reckless riding and driving triggered the chain collision.
While addressing journalists at the Police headquarters in Naguru, spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke said investigations were underway, but emphasized that the incident highlights the urgent need for discipline on the roads during campaigns.
“We issue a strong warning to all political actors and their entourages to strictly observe traffic laws. Irresponsible use of the roads, as demonstrated in this incident that caused multiple injuries, will not be tolerated,” Rusoke said.
Among the injured are Kewanza Bashir (27), who suffered a maxillary fracture; Kakaire Bashir (35) and Ssepereza Musa (40), who both sustained multiple injuries and were referred to Mulago; Mutagubya Robert (24), also referred with fractures and wounds; Kisomba Michael (28), who remains admitted at St. Francis Hospital Naggalama with chest pain and a fractured leg; and Ssewaya Eric (23), who is also still receiving treatment.
Rusoke confirmed that the vehicles and motorcycles involved have been towed to Naggalama Police Station for further inspection, and the matter is being investigated.
He further cautioned campaign teams against creating dangerous obstructions on roads, noting earlier reports that campaign boards displaying Kyagulanyi’s photos had been placed in the middle of the road.
“The Police will enforce strict measures to prevent such conduct and ensure adherence to the law. Political actors are urged to comply fully with traffic regulations to avoid similar incidents in the future,” Rusoke stressed.
