SHACU Saves Priest From Eviction
MPIGI. The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), led by Gen. Henry Isoke, has coordinated with Mpigi Police to arrest five suspects involved in the illegal eviction of a Catholic priest.
The operation took place in Ntinzi Village, Nkozi Sub-county, following a land dispute that turned into a forced takeover.
Details of the Incident
The primary suspect, Odida Paul, claims ownership of 100 acres in the area. However, authorities allege he unlawfully directed four men—Sande Godfrey, Kyebale Daniel, Lukyamuzi Eric, and Magawuli Geoffrey—to forcibly occupy a specific 5-acre portion.
This contested land is held by Fr. Bwanika Edward, a long-term kibanja (tenant) holder. During the illegal occupation, the suspects reportedly destroyed Fr. Bwanika’s livelihood, including: Extensive coffee plantations and Banana (matooke) gardens.
SHACU intervened swiftly after receiving a formal complaint. The unit dispatched a team to support territorial police, who caught the five suspects while they were still occupying the priest’s land.
The suspects are currently in custody and face several charges, including forcible entry and malicious damage to property.
Investigations remain ongoing to determine the full extent of the damage and ensure legal protections for the tenant are upheld.
