news 3 August 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Bail Decision for Obore, Mureebe, and Others Set for September 9
The Anti-Corruption Court has scheduled September 9, 2026, to rule on bail applications for former parliamentary officials accused in a multi-billion shilling corruption scandal. Justice Michael Elubu directed parties to file written submissions to expedite the process. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/obore-mureebe-and-co-accused-to-know-bail-fate-on-september-9-5545782
The fate of several former parliamentary officials, including Chris Obore and Jimmy Mureebe, regarding their bail applications in a significant corruption case will be known on September 9, 2026. Justice Michael Elubu of the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala announced the date on Monday after hearing initial arguments from five of the accused.
The court has adopted a streamlined approach, requesting written submissions from both the defense and prosecution to conserve judicial time, noting the common grounds presented in the bail requests. The defense is expected to submit their arguments by August 7, with the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) responding by August 14, and any rejoinders due by August 19. Bail applications for the remaining suspects will be heard on August 6.
On Monday, the court heard applications from Jimmy Mureebe, Daniel Adilo, Chris Obore, Rajab Kaaya, and Leonard Okema. Mureebe’s legal team highlighted his stable residence, CEO position at the Parliamentary SACCO, and existing medical conditions as reasons for bail, emphasizing his constitutional right and lack of prior criminal record. Similar arguments were presented for Adilo, who has already been interdicted from his role as Director of Human Resources.
Chris Obore’s legal team also cited his permanent residence and substantial sureties. While Obore raised concerns about investigator conduct, Justice Elubu urged focus on the bail application itself.
The prosecution has opposed the bail, citing concerns about potential witness tampering due to ongoing investigations and the fact that many potential witnesses are still employed by Parliament. They also questioned the adequacy of sureties and the legibility of some documentation, including Mureebe’s land title.
However, Justice Elubu pressed the prosecution on the witness interference claims, particularly given that Mureebe continues in his role as CEO of the Parliamentary SACCO. The accused face charges including embezzlement, causing financial loss, and money laundering, involving billions of shillings allegedly mismanaged at the Parliamentary Commission.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)