ABBAS BYAKAGABA APPOINTED NEW IGP TO REPLACE MARTIN OCHOLA

H.E President Yoweri Kaguta Musevenei also the commander in chief of all armed forces has appMr Abbas Byakagaba as the new Inspector General of police replacing ormer IGp Martin Okoth Ochola whose contract ended in March 2024.

 The Deputy Press Secretary to the President, Farouk Kirunda, has confirmed that President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Abbas Byakagaba as the new Inspector General of Police, effective immediately.

James Ochaya has been appointed as the new Deputy Inspector General of Police, replacing Maj Gen Geoffrey Katsigazi.

Byakagaba brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the Counter Terrorism commander and Human Resource Director. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster the country’s security apparatus.

The development has sent shockwaves through the police hierarchy, with many welcoming the appointment of a seasoned officer to the top post.