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Namisindwa LCI Chairperson Censured Over Theft Allegations

14 May, 2024
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Residents of Bubutu Town Council Cell, Bubutu town council in Namsindwa District have censured their LCI Chairperson Fred Masika.

 



Masika who is accused of conniving with a group of thugs to torment the area has been replaced with Martin Kito, the defence secretary.

 

An election to replace Masika was conducted by Moses Mutambo the LCIII Chairperson of Bubutu Town Council. According to Mutambo, the residents called for the elections citing increased criminality under the watchful eye of the area chairperson, Fred Masika.

 

Following the censure, two candidates Apollo Lusha and Martin Kito expressed interest in the vacant leadership position. The two candidates were subjected to an election and Martin Kito garnered 150 votes against Apollo Lusha’s 4 votes.

 

Samuel Musawu one of the residents has welcomed the change in leadership saying it will bring sanity in the area.  

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