The Anti-Corruption Court has remanded the Commissioner for Refugees Management at the OPM, Mr. Patrick Okello, and the institution’ s Assistant Information Technology Officer, Mr. Noel Ikwap, to Luzira Prison on charges of abuse of office. The two officials appeared before Grade One Magistrate Esther Asiimwe, who ordered their remand until 10 August 2026, when they are expected to return to court at 10:00 a.m. for the mention of their case and the hearing of their bail application. The charges were instituted by the IGG as part of its continued enforcement of accountability and the rule of law in the management of public affairs.
The IGG was represented by a team comprising Mr. Mikka Luteete, Principal Officer Prosecutions, Ms. Diana Nantabazi, Principal Officer Litigation, and Mr. Pius Kaweesi, an Inspectorate Officer, who led the prosecution on behalf of the institution. The prosecution of the two officials underscores the IGG unwavering resolve to combat corruption and abuse of public office.
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