The Director of Public Prosecutions, Lino Anguzu, has said his office is providing background support to investigators handling corruption allegations involving Parliament, including inquiries connected to former Speaker Anita Among.
Speaking on the ongoing investigations, Anguzu emphasized that the DPP’s office is working closely with relevant agencies to ensure that evidence is gathered and processed in accordance with the law.
He, however, cautioned against rushing to judgment, noting that investigations are still underway and no conclusions have been reached.
“We are providing the necessary legal support, but the investigations have not been concluded,” Anguzu said, urging the public to allow investigators to complete their work before making assumptions about the case.
His remarks come amid a widening corruption probe that has placed some of Parliament’s current and former leaders under scrutiny.
The investigation is examining allegations of corruption, illicit enrichment and money laundering involving Among.
The inquiry intensified last week when security operatives conducted searches at properties linked to the former Speaker in Nakasero, Kigo and Ntinda, as well as her office at Parliament.
During the operation, investigators reportedly seized several items believed to be relevant to the case.
Sources familiar with the investigation said the recovered items include motor vehicles, cash, high-value jewellery and electronic surveillance equipment.
Authorities are now analysing the assets as they seek to establish their source and determine whether they are connected to any criminal activity.
The developments have generated widespread public interest, with many Ugandans closely following what could become one of the most significant anti-corruption investigations involving a senior public official in recent years.
Despite the heightened attention, Anguzu stressed that the legal process must be allowed to take its course, noting that the DPP can only make prosecutorial decisions after investigators have completed their inquiries and submitted sufficient evidence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have yet to announce whether any charges will be filed.
The probe comes at a time when President Yoweri Museveni and anti-corruption agencies have repeatedly pledged to intensify the fight against graft, particularly within public institutions entrusted with managing taxpayer resources.
