On June 13, 2024. The Grade One Magistrates’ Court in Matugga has convicted and sentenced Francis Kiyonga Adamson, the former LC5 Chairperson of Amudat District, to 23 months and 14 days in prison for theft of a government vehicle. In addition to the prison sentence, Kiyonga has been fined UGX 80 million, which he must pay to Amudat District within six months of completing his sentence.
Kiyonga was charged in 2021 with the theft of a government double cabin pick-up truck, registration number UG 0654, valued at UGX 130 million. The vehicle, which was part of the Youth Livelihood Programme, had been wrecked and was under police custody at Matugga Police Station. Kiyonga allegedly stole the vehicle and sold it in parts.
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) investigated the case and brought Kiyonga to justice. This conviction marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to fight corruption and restore stolen public resources.