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Frank Arinaitwe Rukanurwa, a candidate for Member of Parliament for Rujumbura County, has declared his intention to petition the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Electoral Commission (EC) over alleged voter intimidation by SP Matsiko Dan.
Rukanurwa claims that SP Matsiko Dan, a police officer currently on leave and a native of Rwerere Town Council, is using a police vehicle and uniform to harass his supporters. He suspects that SP Matsiko is acting on behalf of his political rival, Hon. Minister Jim Muhwezi Katugugu.
Expressing his frustration, Rukanurwa noted that despite being duly nominated and empowered by the Electoral Commission to mobilize support, his efforts are being undermined by SP Matsiko’s actions, which he believes are unprofessional and in violation of electoral guidelines.
CUE…………..FRANK PETITION ………….//RR//
God Oworinawe, commonly known as Kawori and a resident of Nyabugando Cell, Kyabahanga Parish in Bwambara Sub-county, was reportedly threatened by an individual identified as Dan. The threat was allegedly aimed at forcing him to withdraw his support for Frank Arinaitwe Rukanurwa and instead back Hon. Jim Muhwezi Katugugu. Oworinawe is currently out on police bond and is required to report back to Rukungiri Central Police Station on 9th July 2025.
CUE…………………OWORINAWE VICTIM…………..//RR//
Adding fuel to the controversy, former Rukungiri District Chairperson LC5 Andrewson Charles Katebire criticized the manipulation of party registers, stating that many voters were intentionally left out to stifle dissent and rig outcomes. He also warned the youth against accepting bribes, accusing political elites of buying votes while abandoning investments in education and health.
CUE……………..KATEBIRE PETITION………….//RR//
Musimenta Isameri, Youth Chairperson of Bwambara, echoed similar sentiments, urging young voters to reject quick cash in favor of long-term development.
CUE………….ISAMERI PETITION………….RR//
Aribariho Mustafa, a resident of Rwenshama Parish in Bwambara Sub-county, reiterated claims of intimidation and suspension of non-supporters of Hon. Minister Jim Muhwezi Katugugu, including threats to withdraw licenses from boat owners who do not support the minister at the landing site.
CUE…………MUSTAFA PETITION…………RR//
Speaking to SP Dan Matsiko, he dismissed the allegations against him, describing them as politically motivated attempts to tarnish his reputation.
CUE…………….DAN MATSIKO AUDIO………..//RR//
