The leadership of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has accused security operatives of stealing money from their offices during a search conducted by joint security forces on Wednesday.
The security operation targeted the NUP offices in Kamwokya and the party's headquarters in Kavule. According to police spokesperson Rusoke Kituma, the search was carried out in response to reports of "military drills" allegedly being conducted at the party premises.
Addressing the media at the Kamwokya offices, Doreen Kaijja, the coordinator of the NUP Leadership School, claimed that security personnel not only vandalized office property but also took money found within the premises.
"They took Shs 2 million from the office," Kaijja stated. "Another Shs 2.5 million was taken from our shop."
NUP leaders have condemned the operation, describing it as an act of robbery rather than a legitimate security search. They argue that the raid is part of a continued crackdown on opposition activities in the country.
The police have yet to respond to the allegations of theft.
However, security agencies have previously defended similar operations, arguing they are conducted within the bounds of the law to prevent subversive activities.