Ntoroko residents corner minister Barugahara over Poli
Residents of Ntoroko District confronted Minister Balaam Barugahara during his anti-corruption campaign to report systemic issues including police extortion, market mismanagement, and healthcare corruption. The protest highlights deep-seated frustrations regarding local governance, infrastructure, and the delivery of public services.
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This incident illustrates the tension between local citizens and government officials regarding accountability and the efficacy of anti-graft initiatives.
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Ntoroko residents corner minister Barugahara over Police extortion, market mess
The residents, carrying placards, accused police officers in the area of staging illegal roadblocks to extort money from locals, especially boda boda riders. They also alleged widespread corruption at the district level, claiming that district vehicles are sold off in unaccounted-for deals.
Residents also accused police officers of getting drunk during duty hours, affecting their performance. (Credit: Lawrence Mulondo)
NTOROKO - The local government minister, Balaam Barugahara, has been stopped by angry residents in Karugutu, Ntoroko District, as he headed to Bundibugyo for his 'Expose the Corrupt' anti-graft campaign.
The residents, carrying placards, accused police officers in the area of staging illegal roadblocks to extort money from locals, especially boda boda riders.
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