Three Lira City West PDM Executives arrested over embezzlement.

The Territorial Police in Lira City West Division are investigating an alleged case of embezzlement involving funds under the Parish Development Model (PDM) programme by executive members of Blue Corner Ward, Lira City West Division.
The police said that preliminary findings indicate that some PDM executive members allegedly registered beneficiaries and permitted the use of National Identity Cards belonging to other individuals to fraudulently access funds.
North Kioga police spokesperskn, Jimmy Okema said on 23 June 2026, that the Resident City Commissioner (RCC) for Lira City informed Lira City West Police of numerous complaints lodged at his office by PDM beneficiaries from Blue Corner Ward. “Following the report, the Division Police Commander (DPC) led a team to the RCC’s office and apprehended the suspects,” he said.
Those arrested according to Okema include, Oludi Richard – Chairperson, Nankabirwa Ruth – Secretary; and Tino Linda Auma – Member, alleged to have used the National Identity Card of Apio Gloria to obtain UGX 1,000,000 under the programme.
He added that the suspects are currently detained at Lira City West Division Headquarters as investigations continue. A case of embezzlement of PDM funds has been formally registered against them.
“Statements have been recorded from several complainants, including Apio Gloria, Opio Lakana, Akullu Molly, Kia Celinda, Apio Peace, Acen Harriet, Awor Lilly, and others. Statements have also been obtained from all the suspects,” he said.
He said court orders have been secured to access bank statements from Pride Microfinance Bank and DFCU Bank to facilitate the collection of additional evidence. Upon completion of investigations, the case file will be compiled and submitted to the Resident Chief State Attorney for scrutiny and legal guidance.
The Police noted with concern that similar allegations have been reported in various government empowerment programmes, including cattle restocking initiatives, where some leaders are accused of soliciting money from intended beneficiaries.
He strongly warns all leaders and individuals involved in government empowerment programmes against engaging in corrupt practices or exploiting beneficiaries. Members of the public are equally advised not to offer money or any form of inducement to programme officials, but instead to promptly report such individuals to the relevant authorities for arrest and prosecution.