Inspector General of Government orders interdiction of Chris Obore, six other Parliament officials over alleged corruption
The directive, issued on July 31, 2026, requires Clerk to Parliament Hon. Adolf Mwesige to suspend the officials from performing their duties pending the conclusion of criminal proceedings against them.
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has directed the Clerk to Parliament to immediately interdict seven senior officials of the Parliament of Uganda who are facing corruption-related charges.
The directive, issued on July 31, 2026, requires Clerk to Parliament Hon. Adolf Mwesige to suspend the officials from performing their duties pending the conclusion of criminal proceedings against them.
Among those affected is Parliament’s Director of Communications and Public Affairs, Mr. Chris Ariko Obore, alongside Director of Human Resource Mr. Adilo Daniel, Principal Research Officer Mr. Rajab Kaaya Ssemalulu, and Principal Protocol Officer Mr. Okwi Emmanuel Emuron.
Others include Capacity Development Officer Mr. Otebata Vincent, Executive Secretary in the Office of the Speaker Mr. Okema Leonard, and Office Supervisor in the Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms Ms. Itute Stella.
The seven officials are currently on remand at Luzira Prison after they were arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court on July 1, 2026, and charged with embezzlement and causing financial loss, offences under Sections 18(a)(i) and (ii), and 19(1) of the Anti-Corruption Act, Cap. 116.
In her directive, the IGG cited constitutional and legal provisions that empower her office to issue orders necessary to protect public interest during investigations and court proceedings.
The IGG stated that allowing the officials to continue exercising their powers while the case is ongoing would not be in the public interest, and that their suspension is necessary to uphold the integrity of Parliament and ensure due process.
The Inspectorate of Government said the action reflects its commitment to fighting corruption and protecting the credibility of public institutions as the matter proceeds before court.
