Sources familiar with the investigation said the raid forms part of a broader crackdown targeting senior public officials suspected of abusing public office for personal gain.
A high-stakes joint security operation led by the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), with backing from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and other security agencies, have this afternoon (Saturday May 16, 2026) raided and sealed off the residence of former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption, illicit enrichment, and money laundering.
The operation, conducted under heavy security deployment, saw investigators comb through the premises in search of documents, electronic devices, financial records, and other materials believed to be connected to the widening probe. Armed personnel cordoned off access routes around the residence as detectives carried out the hours-long search.
Sources familiar with the investigation said the raid forms part of a broader crackdown targeting senior public officials suspected of abusing public office for personal gain. Authorities have yet to issue an official statement detailing the scope of the allegations or whether charges are imminent.
The dramatic development comes amid mounting political pressure surrounding the race for the Speakership of Parliament. Reports circulating within government circles indicate that President Yoweri Museveni recently asked Among to step aside from the contest, signaling deepening tensions within the ruling establishment.
The security operation also unfolded just hours after the reported abduction of Masaka City MP Justin Nameere, a close confidant of Among, under circumstances that remain unclear. His whereabouts had not been publicly confirmed by the time of publication, fueling speculation and anxiety among political allies and supporters.
Observers say the twin developments mark a significant escalation in the political and legal challenges facing Among, once considered one of the most influential figures within Uganda’s political landscape. Analysts warn that the unfolding events could trigger fresh debate over accountability, power struggles, and the use of state security agencies in politically sensitive investigations.
By Saturday evening, security personnel remained stationed around the property as investigations continued.