Written By | Peter Luzinda
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Kampala
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Justice Aisha Batala Naluzze, has confirmed receiving a formal petition from lawyers and civil society activists seeking a comprehensive investigation into Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among over her declaration of income, assets, and liabilities.
Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Centre on Friday, Justice Naluzze said the petition is now before the Inspectorate and will be handled in accordance with the Leadership Code Act.
The development has thrust the Speaker’s wealth declaration into the national spotlight and intensified public debate about the effectiveness of Uganda’s asset declaration regime in fighting corruption among top public officials.
According to the IGG, a total of 61,570 public officers failed to declare their wealth during the April 2026 exercise. Out of 302,800 registered officials, only 241,230 submitted their declarations, representing an 80% compliance rate. Those who failed risk facing the Leadership Code Tribunal and possible sanctions including demotion, fines, or imprisonment.
The petition against Speaker Among comes amid persistent allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and unexplained wealth. The activists are demanding transparency and verification of the assets she declared under the Leadership Code framework. Speaker Among has previously denied all wrongdoing, describing the accusations as politically motivated.
Growing Scrutiny
The case has reignited broader questions about whether Uganda’s leadership declaration system is a genuine tool for accountability or a mere formality, especially when it involves politically powerful individuals.
Under the Leadership Code Act, public officials are required to declare their income, assets, and liabilities every two years. However, critics argue that while compliance has improved, rigorous verification and enforcement — particularly against senior leaders — remain weak.
Justice Naluzze appealed to the public, whistleblowers, and the media to continue reporting suspected cases of unexplained wealth and misconduct among public officials.
The handling of this petition is now seen by many observers as a major test of the Inspectorate of Government’s independence and willingness to investigate high-profile figures. How the IGG responds could significantly impact public confidence in Uganda’s anti-corruption institutions.
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