Tensions escalated in Luweero District on Monday after supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the National Resistance Movement (NRM) violently clashed during campaign activities in Katikamu North Constituency, leaving at least two people seriously injured and a vehicle extensively damaged.
A police statement issued by Savannah Region PRO ASP Sam Twiineamazima indicated that the confrontation erupted at around 7pm at Kakuuto.
Earlier in the day, Katikamu North MP Denis Sekabira of NUP had held a peaceful rally at the same venue.
The situation deteriorated when NRM flag bearer Gadaffi Nasur arrived with his supporters, triggering an immediate altercation.
“The event was calm until supporters of the two rival candidates met at the same venue and a fight broke out,” ASP Twiineamazima said.
“Our preliminary findings show the clash was reportedly a retaliation for an earlier attack between the groups the previous day in Butuntumula.”
Police further reported that the violence spread beyond the venue. Along Kasiso Road, the campaign convoy of Agnes Kirabo, the NRM flag bearer for the Luweero Woman MP seat, was caught up in the chaos while returning from a rally in Kamira Sub County.
Her convoy was allegedly attacked by NUP supporters, resulting in significant damage to vehicle UBL 938X, owned by Nyimbwa Sub County NRM Chairperson Yakobo Mukasa.
Two unidentified men suffered serious injuries and were admitted to Luweero General Hospital for treatment.
Police officers intervened to restore calm, and investigations into the incidents are ongoing.
The Savannah Region Police has urged political supporters to maintain peace and adhere to campaign guidelines as the election season intensifies.
“We appeal to all camps to remain calm and respect the law. Violence will not be tolerated,” ASP Twiineamazima warned.
