President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has dismissed the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director, Dorothy Kisaka, her deputy Eng. David Luyimbazi and Dr. Daniel Okello, the Director of Public Health following the Inspector General of Government (IGG) report on Kiteezi Landfill Disaster.
The has been revealed by the Presidential Press Unit (PPU).
“In a decisive response to the findings of the Inspector General of Government (IGG) report concerning the Kiteezi Landfill disaster, H.E the President of the Republic of Uganda has exercised his constitutional authority under Article 172 (1) (a) of the 1995 Constitution to dismiss several key officials of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) in the public interest due to significant evidence of criminal negligence,” PPU said in a statement today.
According to PPU, the IGG’s report clearly outlined the severe oversight and negligence exhibited by the officials.
“In light of these findings, the President has called upon the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and other crime management agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter further, focusing on the angle of criminal negligence associated with this distressing event,” the statement reads.
To ensure a swift transition in leadership, the President has also directed the Public Service Commission to advertise the positions of Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Director of Public Health, with a goal of appointing new officials within three months.
“Additionally, the Minister for Kampala is tasked with advising the President on interim appointments for these crucial positions to ensure that operations within KCCA continue without disruption until permanent replacements are in place,” PPU said.
“The President remains committed to upholding accountability and maintaining the highest standards of governance for the benefit of all citizens.”
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