Ssekidde appeared before the court on multiple counts, including obtaining money by false pretenses, forgery, and personation.

The prosecution alleges that Ssekidde masterminded a scheme where he personated Major General Sam Kiwanuka, a high-ranking officer within the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and the Office of the President.

The court heard that Ssekidde allegedly defrauded an unsuspecting international investor of USD 197,570 (approximately 740 million UGX).

He reportedly convinced the victim that the funds were necessary processing fees for a lucrative government contract to supply hand hoes and hand hoes, as well as mosquito nets and mosquito nets.

To bolster the deception, Ssekidde allegedly used forged documents and his military persona to bypass the victim’s due diligence.

Further investigations by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit have revealed a wider pattern of criminality.

Ssekidde is linked to the loss of billions of shillings from various other investors who fell prey to his sophisticated impersonation of military officials. Authorities believe he exploited the prestige of the Office of the President to build false trust.

The accused has been remanded to prison until January 21, 2026, as investigations continue into his extensive network of fraudulent activities.

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Ssempijja Edward, Mirimu Ivan, and Bbaale Joseph were remanded until December 3, 2025, facing charges of forcible entry, destroying crops, and theft.

The specific charges stem from a violent attempt to seize land in Kasanje Town Council, Wakiso District.

The trio is accused of gathering a large group to forcibly enter and occupy land, identified as Busiro Block 514, Plots 6, 10, & 12, between October 30 and November 4, 2025.

This land was occupied by Pontiano Kaweesa Ssengendo of Kamuli Industrial Estates Ltd. The suspects allegedly destroyed valuable tree plantations and coffee trees, and stole nine motors of coffee milling machines belonging to Kamuli Industrial Estates Ltd, valued at approximately UGX 100 million.

This action by the SHACU and partners underscores the commitment to fighting land-related corruption.

The SHACU has vowed to continue pursuing all individuals involved. The case is a stark reminder that the SHACU will utilize the full force of the law against land grabbers.

The SHACU stated that the fight against corruption remains a top priority. The swift action taken by the SHACU in this case is intended to serve as a deterrent.

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