The Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom has issued an official statement clarifying the deployment of security personnel around its properties in Hoima City. According to Owek. Andrew Byakutaga, the Omuhikirwa (Prime Minister) of Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom, the Kingdom received a security briefing concerning a possible attack on its facilities. The security agencies assessed the situation and deployed personnel to protect the Kingdom's assets, officials, and members of the public.
The security deployment was prompted by intelligence indicating that unknown individuals were allegedly planning to attack Kingdom facilities. The Prime Minister stated that the deployment was intended as a precautionary measure to safeguard the Kingdom's installations and ensure the safety of those within and around its premises. He expressed appreciation to the security agencies for their vigilance and commitment to protecting the Kingdom and maintaining security.
The deployment involved both police and military personnel, who were visibly stationed around the Kingdom headquarters and other installations. The Albertine Region Police spokesperson, SP Julius Hakiza, described the operation as a normal security deployment aimed at maintaining public order. Hakiza said security agencies had received intelligence indicating that a group of youths was allegedly planning to storm the Kingdom headquarters and cause chaos.
The police spokesperson urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid actions that could disrupt peace and security in the city. Hakiza further warned that security forces were prepared to take appropriate action against anyone found engaging in activities that threaten public order. The situation attracted public attention, with residents observing an increased security presence around key Kingdom installations.
Despite the heightened security presence, the Kingdom's normal operations had not been suspended. Byakutaga reassured members of the public that all Kingdom offices remain open and accessible to the public and continue to operate normally. The clarification aimed to dispel concerns that the security deployment had resulted in the closure of Kingdom offices or a halt in official activities.
The Kingdom urged the public to continue accessing its services while security agencies maintain their deployment around the properties. The situation comes amid heightened attention to security around the Kingdom's installations, with both the Kingdom administration and security authorities emphasizing the need for calm and the protection of public order.
The deployment is being treated as a precautionary security measure based on information received by the relevant agencies, rather than an indication that normal Kingdom activities have been suspended. Byakutaga's statement also underscores the Kingdom's appreciation of the role of security agencies in protecting its officials, properties, and the wider public. The Kingdom has consequently called for calm as security personnel continue to monitor the situation around its facilities in Hoima City.
Key points
- The Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom deployed security personnel around its properties following intelligence indicating a possible attack.
- The security deployment was intended as a precautionary measure to safeguard the Kingdom's installations and ensure public safety.
- The Kingdom's normal operations remain unaffected, with all offices open and accessible to the public.
