In response to a widespread social media video by Ms. Irene Nalwoga, alleging her forceful eviction from her land without assistance from various offices, including the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), we wish to clarify the situation and set the record straight.
On August 30, 2021, Ms. Nalwoga approached our unit with a petition concerning the alleged mishandling of her case by Police officers at Kisubi. Her complaint was regarding Dr. Sylvia Alinaitwe Tumuheirwe’s trespass on her “Kibanja” in Bugiri Kiwulure, Katabi Town Council, Wakiso District. Our thorough investigation has revealed the following critical points:
- Land Purchase and Ownership Dispute:
- Ms. Nalwoga acquired the ‘kibanja’ (a customary land holding), measuring 50 by 100ft, on January 5, 2021, from Ms. Alapo Barbara. This land originally belonged to Kyagaba Charles, who is currently facing several court cases related to land fraud.
- Following her acquisition, Ms. Nalwoga initiated the construction of a residential house. A dispute then emerged with Dr. Sylvia Tumuheirwe Alinaitwe and her husband, Eng. Henry Mwanika Alinaitwe, who claimed ownership of the land through a certificate of title for 1.16 acres, encompassing Ms. Nalwoga’s ‘kibanja’.
- Legal Findings and Conclusions:
- The contested land was part of the late Henry Kyobe’s estate, managed by the Administrator General. The Administrator General’s office confirmed it had no record or consent regarding Ms. Alapo Barbara’s purchase, rendering the sale illegal under Section 35 (1a) of the Land Act due to lack of required consent.
- Moreover, when Ms. Alapo Barbara and Ms. Nalwoga presented a land sale agreement to Mr. Kasujja David, the local council chairperson, he refused to sign it, citing the questionable ownership of the sellers.
Upon concluding our investigation, we forwarded the case file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for further guidance. The DPP concluded that the facts did not support any misconduct by the officers at Kisubi Police Station.
It is our position that Ms. Nalwoga received the necessary attention from state institutions concerning her case. However, given the civil nature of her dispute, we advise her to seek resolution through the courts. The State House Anti-Corruption Unit remains committed to its mandate of eradicating corruption and ensuring justice for all citizens. We urge the public to continue reporting any incidents of corruption or injustice, assuring them of our unwavering dedication to serving justice and upholding the rule of law.
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