The Gulu Chief Magistrate’s Court has charged and remanded businessman Peter Abola over forcible entry into land belonging to St. Luke Church of Uganda under the Northern Uganda Diocese.
According to prosecution, between October and 20 November 2025, at Koro Abili Village, Labwoc Parish, Koro Subcounty in Omoro District, Abola allegedly unlawfully and violently entered the Church’s property in an attempt to take possession.
It is claimed that he transported concrete poles, wire mesh, and chain links onto the site and began fencing it off, including areas hosting a Health Centre II run by the Church, thereby blocking the community’s access to essential health services.
Abola also allegedly chased away health centre staff without presenting any lawful court order.
Historical records indicate that St Luke Church of Uganda has occupied the 18-acre land since 1926, establishing a church, primary school, and Health Centre II that have served the community for decades without dispute until this incident.
Abola has been remanded until 10 December, when the case will come up for further hearing.