Police in Uganda have arrested a woman identified as Rose Tumusiime, commonly known as "Ndibaasa," in connection with the death of Afrigo Band legend Moses Matovu. According to authorities, Matovu, 77, was found seriously injured near Ndibaasa's residence in the Kibuli Depot area of Makindye Division, Kampala, on September 24, 2026. He was rushed to Kibuli Hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. Ndibaasa is currently in police custody, assisting detectives in investigating the circumstances surrounding Matovu's death.
The incident is believed to have started when Matovu visited Ndibaasa's residence at around 5:30 am. Preliminary police findings indicate that Matovu and Ndibaasa were leaving the residence when they were allegedly confronted by a man who had previously been in a relationship with Ndibaasa. The confrontation turned deadly, resulting in Matovu's death. Police have identified the male suspect but say he fled the scene and is currently on the run.
Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Rachael Kawala confirmed that Ndibaasa is in police custody and cooperating with detectives. Kawala stated that preliminary investigations suggest the incident may have followed a physical altercation, but police are still verifying the various accounts surrounding the incident. The arrest of Ndibaasa has added a new chapter to the sensational circumstances surrounding Matovu's death.
Matovu was a founding figure and longtime leader of Afrigo Band, one of Uganda's longest-running musical institutions. He played a central role in the band's music and survival for decades. His death has sent shockwaves through Uganda's entertainment industry and beyond. The incident has sparked a sensational theory of a love triangle gone horribly wrong.
According to preliminary accounts, Matovu had reportedly spent time at Ndibaasa's residence before the two emerged and encountered the man said to have previously been in a relationship with her. What followed is believed to have been a physical confrontation. However, police have not confirmed several of the more dramatic claims circulating around the incident.
The development comes after initial reports pointed to a possible lover's quarrel involving Matovu and Ndibaasa. Police are now carefully retracing the events of that morning, with Kawala warning that the various accounts surrounding the incident are still being verified. Detectives are working to separate fact from hearsay.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of musicians and the entertainment industry in Uganda. Matovu's death has sparked widespread condolences, and fans are mourning the loss of a legendary musician. The police investigation is ongoing, with detectives hunting for the male suspect to bring him in for questioning and establish his role in the incident.
Key points
- Police arrest woman linked to Afrigo legend Moses Matovu's death
- Incident believed to have started with confrontation over love triangle
- Male suspect identified but still on the run
