The Anti-Corruption Court has adjourned the case in which the former Parliament Director of Communications and Public Affairs, Chris Obore and six others are accused of embezzlement, money laundering and causing financial loss involving Shs27.2 billion to July 27th, 2026.
The matter came up for mention on Tuesday July 7th, 2026, before the Anti-Corruption Court, where prosecutors led by State Attorney Daisy Acio, the Supervisor of Prosecutions in the Office of the Inspector General of Government (IGG), told court that investigations were still ongoing but had reached an advanced stage.
Obore is jointly charged with Daniel Adilo, Leonard Okema, Rajab Kaaya Ssemalulu, Emmanuel Emuron Okwi, Vincent Otebata and Methods Murebe over the alleged irregular handling and mismanagement of public funds at Parliament.
During the session, the prosecution asked court for more time to conclude inquiries before the case could proceed to the next stage. The court granted the request and set July 27th as the date for further mention.former Parliament Director of Communications and Public Affairs
The case has drawn public interest because of the amount of money involved and the profile of the accused, some of whom previously held senior positions in Parliament.
According to the prosecution, the accused persons are alleged to have participated in the mismanagement of UGX 27.2 billion, giving rise to charges of embezzlement, money laundering and causing financial loss. Further details of the state’s case are expected to emerge once investigations are completed and the prosecution is ready to disclose its evidence in court.
The adjournment means the accused will remain on remand as investigators finalize inquiries, with the next court appearance expected to provide direction on whether the matter is ready to proceed to hearing.
