KAMPALA – President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly cleared nine officials from the Ministry of Finance who had been under investigation in connection with the alleged theft of billions of shillings from the Bank of Uganda, saying there was insufficient evidence to hold them responsible.
According to information released on Wednesday, the President directed the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) of the Uganda Police Force and the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to reopen and thoroughly investigate the case in order to identify the actual perpetrators instead of pursuing individuals not supported by sufficient evidence.
The nine officials had been under scrutiny over their alleged involvement in the high-profile financial scandal involving the suspected theft of public funds from the central bank.
As part of the latest developments, President Museveni also reinstated Lawrence Ssemakula as Principal Accountant General, awarding him a fresh three-year contract after clearing him of any wrongdoing.
The President is said to have emphasized the need for professional, evidence-based investigations, urging law enforcement agencies to ensure that only those genuinely responsible are brought to justice.
The alleged theft from the Bank of Uganda has attracted significant public interest, with calls for accountability and transparency in the management of public finances.
More details are expected to emerge as authorities continue with investigations.
