IGP Abas Byakagaba
By IGP Abas Byakagaba
As we secure the 2026 general elections, the Uganda Police Force, working with sister security agencies and other stakeholders, has committed to ensuring that the elections are conducted in a peaceful and secure environment. We have now entered a crucial stage of the electoral process as the EC nominates candidates for various elective positions. The nominations will be followed by campaigns across the country. The UPF has undertaken deliberate measures towards securing the general elections. I want to encourage all political actors and citizens to exercise their rights responsibly and to respect the rights of others. The laws of the country are not in abeyance during the electoral process. All political activities must be within the confines of the law. We remind the public that acts of electoral malpractice and activities that contravene traffic regulations, incite violence, or involve hooliganism, computer misuse, destruction of property, and spreading false information will not be tolerated. I urge all Ugandans to be ambassadors of peace and resist manipulation by individuals or groups who may seek to use you as instruments of violence. Your positive energy should be channeled towards building a better future. Uganda has achieved sustained peace and is making progress in social and economic transformation in the lives of the people. I urge all Ugandans to guard the prevailing peace in the country as we exercise our political rights. I want to call upon all Ugandans and those whose responsibility it is to relay information to observe accurate and respectful reporting. Avoid disinformation and misinformation. Once again, the Uganda Police Force reaffirms its responsibility to safeguard the electoral process by working collaboratively with all stakeholders. Let us remain vigilant and guard against negative elements that may orchestrate criminality in the electoral activities. We are dedicated to maintaining open channels of communication.
The writer is the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
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