The Inspector General of Government (IGG) has arrested eight senior officials and staff from the Parliament of Uganda, including Director of Communications and Public Affairs Chris Obore, on corruption-related allegations.
The arrests were confirmed on Thursday, July 2, 2026, sending shockwaves through the parliamentary administration.
According to reports, the suspects include:
- A1, Chris Ariko Obore — Director of Communications and Public Affairs, Parliament of Uganda
- A2, Adilo Daniel — Director of Human Resource, Parliament of Uganda
- A3, Okema Leonard — Executive Secretary, Office of the Speaker, Parliament of Uganda
- A4, Rajab Kaaya Ssemalulu — Principal Research Officer, Parliament of Uganda
- A5, Okwi Emmanuel Emuron — Principal Protocol Officer, Parliament of Uganda
- A6, Itute Stella — Personal Assistant, Parliament of Uganda
- A7, Otebata Vincent — Capacity Development Officer, Parliament of Uganda
- A8, Murebe Methods — Chief Executive Officer, Uganda Parliamentary Cooperative Savings & Credit Society Ltd (SACCO)
This operation comes amid broader scrutiny of parliamentary administration, including earlier reports in May 2026 of a major shake-up where Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa was said to be taking firm action against several directors, with Chris Obore among those facing potential dismissal.
Details on the specific charges against each individual have not yet been publicly released by the IGG.
Investigations into alleged financial impropriety and abuse of office within Parliament are believed to be ongoing.
Further updates are expected as the IGG provides more information and as the suspects appear in court.
They are expected in court today.