The Anti-Corruption Court has convicted former State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Agnes Nandutu, over the diversion of 2,000 iron sheets meant for vulnerable communities in the Karamoja sub-region. The ruling marks a significant development in one of Uganda’s widely discussed corruption cases.
Court found that Nandutu knowingly received and kept government property that was not legally allocated to her. It was also established that she had reason to believe the iron sheets had been irregularly taken from a public program intended to support needy people.
The iron sheets were part of a government initiative aimed at helping vulnerable families in the Karamoja region. Their diversion raised public concern and sparked investigations into several officials.
Following the court’s decision, Nandutu’s bail was immediately cancelled. She was then remanded to Luzira Prison, where she will remain until her sentencing later this week.
The case has drawn attention across the country, with many Ugandans closely following the outcome. It is seen as a test of accountability among public officials.
Authorities say the conviction sends a strong message that misuse of public resources will not be tolerated. More details are expected to emerge during sentencing.
