Uganda police through its criminal investigations department led by AIGP Tom Magambo have detained nine (9) Ministry of Finance officials as part of an investigation into accusations of hacking the central bank’s electronic systems that resulted in the loss of 62 billion shillings ($16.87 million).
The detained include the senior-most officials of the ministry’s treasury department who include, including Mr Lawrence ssemakula, Muhuruzi Jenipher, Mubarak Nansamba, Tony Yawe, Lumala Paul, Kasuku Mark, Befira Nayebare, Ashaba Judith and Kusiima Deborah.
The permanent Secretary Ministry of Finance Mr Ramathan Ggoobi has confirmed in a written document that the ministry will offer full support to the investigating authorities and ensure that all involved officers will fully cooperate.
Uganda Tightens Grip on Corruption, 9 arrested.
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