Lira, Uganda | Police in the North Kyoga region have warned against planned riots reportedly being organized by a section of Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) supporters, following reports that party president Jimmy Michael James Akena will not appear on the ballot for the upcoming presidential race.
According to intelligence, the protests are expected to begin on September 29, 2025, in Lira City before spreading to other districts across the region.
Authorities say the planned assembly point is at the residence of Akena in Senior Quarters, Lira City.
North Kyoga Regional Police spokesperson SP Patrick Jimmy Okema said the organisers have not issued any formal communication or notification to the office of the Inspector General of Police as required by law.
He described the planned demonstrations as illegal.
He assured the public that the region remains peaceful and cautioned those intending to disrupt the peace that security agencies are ready to act.
He urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, adding that anyone found inciting or participating in illegal assemblies will be arrested and prosecuted.
Okema further appealed to citizens to respect the rule of law and to report any suspicious individuals to the nearest police station.
He noted that security agencies are prepared to handle anyone seeking to destabilize the region in accordance with the law.
He also revealed that all territorial commands in North Kyoga have been instructed to remain on alert and act accordingly to safeguard peace in the region.