Uganda Police Chiefs Await Museveni's Decision on Contract Renewals Amid Corruption Probe

Uncertainty grips the Uganda Police Force as at least ten Assistant Inspector Generals of Police (AIGPs) await President Yoweri Museveni's decision on their contract renewals. The senior officers have handed over their duties to deputies after their terms expired, fueling speculation about a potential reshuffle in the police leadership.

Among those affected are Moses Kafeero (Human Resource Development and Training), Hadija Namutebi (Welfare and Sports), Erasmus Twaruhukwa (Research, Planning and Development), Felix Baryamwisaki (ICT), Jesse Kamunanwire (Human Resource Administration), David Wasswa (Counter Terrorism), Lawrence Niwabiine (Traffic and Road Safety), John Nuwagira (Field Force Unit), Stephen Tanui (Fire Prevention and Rescue Services), and Ubaldo Bamunoba (Chief Political Commissar). The AIGP rank is the third-highest in the force, with officers typically serving on renewable three-year contracts, subject to presidential approval.

Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke confirmed the contract expiries and stated that the relevant files have been submitted to the appointing authority. "There is no cause for alarm. Contracts may or may not be renewed. We are waiting for the appointing authority's decision. Work does not stop. If a director is away, the deputy runs the office," Rusoke said.

However, sources indicate growing unease, with President Museveni reportedly exercising caution due to ongoing investigations into alleged corruption linked to the Police ICT systems and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. A May 23, 2026, letter from the President to Head of Public Service Lucy Nakyobe Mbonye referenced a report by outgoing Internal Affairs Minister Maj Gen Kahinda Otafiire detailing corruption in the maintenance of the national CCTV system. This led to the suspension of three senior officials, including AIGP Felix Baryamwisaki, pending investigation, further intensifying scrutiny on senior police leadership as the President considers the contract renewals.

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There is no cause for alarm. Contracts may or may not be renewed. We are waiting for the appointing authority's decision. Work does not stop. If a director is away, the deputy runs the office.