SHACU Charges Three Over Wakiso Land Grabbing
WAKISO, UGANDA – The Wakiso Chief Magistrate’s Court has charged three men with a string of offences, stemming from an alleged violent and illegal eviction involving massive property destruction.
This prosecution action was spearheaded by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU).
The accused—Ssejjombwe Ibrahim, Kyeyune Allan, and Musoke Joseph—face charges including forcible entry into land, malicious damage, unlawful eviction without a court order, destruction of plants, and theft. The suspects were remanded and are scheduled to return to court on November 19, 2025.
The prosecution, utilizing evidence gathered by SHACU investigators, alleges that between January and October 2025, the trio and others at large, armed with pangas and sticks, violently invaded a tract of land at Bukasa, Busiro, belonging to Dr. Paul Biriibwa and Peter Biriibwa.
The complainants have occupied the land for over 20 years with a valid title dating back to 2001.
The illegal takeover led to widespread destruction, including the demolition of workers’ residential houses, animal shelters, a wall fence, water tanks, and the uprooting of extensive coffee and banana plantations. Furthermore, valuable items like cameras, solar systems, and a 40-foot container were reportedly stolen.
Crucially, investigations by SHACU revealed that the accused had no evidence or documentation to support their claim as “bibanja holders.”
The unit emphasized the serious nature of carrying out such a destructive eviction without any legal authorization. This swift action by SHACU against land grabbers underscores the government’s commitment to protecting property rights.
