Uganda’s Anti-Corruption Court has once again adjourned the high-profile case involving several senior Parliament officials.
The accused face charges of embezzlement, money laundering, and causing financial loss amounting to approximately Shs 30 billion.
Prosecutors informed the court on Tuesday that investigations are at an advanced stage but still require additional time to wrap up.
The court ordered the officials remanded until July 27.
The individuals who appeared in court include:
- Chris Obore Ariko, Director of Communications and Public Affairs
- Daniel Adilo, Director of Human Resource
- Leonard Okema, Executive Secretary in the Office of the Speaker
- Rajab Kaaya Ssemalulu, Principal Research Officer
- Emmanuel Emuron Okwi, Principal Protocol Officer
- Vincent Otebata, Capacity Development Officer
Dressed in formal attire, the officials stood quietly in the dock as lawyers, journalists, and family members observed the proceedings.
According to charge sheets filed earlier, the accused are alleged to have embezzled varying amounts of public funds.
Some also face additional counts of money laundering and causing financial loss related to the alleged mismanagement and diversion of resources at Parliament between 2023 and 2026.
The case has generated significant public attention due to the seniority of the officials involved and its connection to broader probes into financial management within the parliamentary administration.
These investigations have also extended to former Speaker Anita Annet Among, whose residences were searched as part of inquiries into corruption, wealth declaration, and resource management.
The accused will remain in custody and are scheduled to return to court on July 27 for a further update on the progress of the investigations.