Big Shame!! Busia LC5 Chairperson Stephen Mugeni Wasike Remanded for Allegedly Stealing Vehicle Parts

The Chairperson of Busia District Local Government, Stephen Mugeni Wasike, has been charged with stealing motor vehicle parts. He was taken to court earlier today, and the case was heard before the Chief Magistrate in Busia.

The arrest and arraignment were carried out by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (@AntiGraft_SH), working together with the Criminal Investigations Directorate (@CID1_UG) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (@ODPPUGANDA). The authorities have accused Mr. Mugeni of stealing an engine and a gearbox from a government vehicle.

According to the charge sheet, the alleged crime happened on March 8, 2025. It is said that Mr. Mugeni stole the engine and gearbox from a Toyota Hilux double cabin pickup, registration number UAK 827Z. The vehicle was parked at the Busia District Local Government parking yard. The parts are believed to be worth about 30 million Ugandan shillings.

These parts belonged to Busia District Local Government, making the matter very serious since it involves public property. The accused is now facing legal action for stealing from a motor vehicle, a criminal offense under Ugandan law.

Mr. Mugeni has been remanded to prison and will remain in custody until May 8, 2025, when the court will handle the matter further. His arrest has shocked many residents and raised fresh concerns about corruption and misuse of government property in local governments.

This incident is a reminder that even high-ranking officials are not above the law. The public is watching closely to see how justice will be served in this case.