VJ Junior, Co-Accused Granted Bail

Renowned movie translator, Marysmats Matovu popularly known as VJ Junior and his colleague Geoffrey Bbosa were on Thursday afternoon freed on 5 million cash-bail by Buganda Road Court Judge Jamson Kalemani.

VJ Junior and Bbosa were arrested on Tuesday (23rd May) on orders of State Minister for Ethics and Integrity, Fr Simon Lokodo over translating and circulating pornographic movies.

The two appeared in court on Tuesday and were released on bail. Their sureties were who were each placed on a non cash bond of Shs 2 million.

VJ Junior was represented by a team of lawyers led by Tonny Kirabira.

The hearing of the case was adjourned until 21st June.

Alex Alinda

Alex Alinda is a journalist, blogger and Social-Media enthusiast; passionate about travel, African Music & Entertainment. Alex has been reporting on news about Uganda’s Entertainment Scene and other national events for over 4 years. He is a co-founder and the Managing Editor for Tower Post Media Ltd. Alex has also worked and continues to work as a PR and Digital Strategist for a number of clients. Reach him on: +256 700 703903, +256 775 607219 Email: aalinda97@gmail.com