The court proceeding for the case against State Minister for Finance, Mr. Amos Lugoloobi, faced a delay as the prosecution informed the court of their unpreparedness to proceed with the matter today.
Trial Judge Margaret Tibulya, in response to the prosecution’s unpreparedness, adjourned the case until next week, scheduling it for Wednesday and Thursday, and expecting seven prosecution witnesses.
Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Josephine Namatovu, confirmed her readiness to proceed with the case on the specified dates.
Mr. John Isabirye, representing Minister Lugoloobi, informed the court of his readiness to defend his client.
Minister Lugoloobi stands accused of dealing with suspect property, allegedly diverting 400 iron sheets from the Office of the Prime Minister, intended for the Karamoja Community Empowerment Programme.
According to the prosecution, Minister Lugoloobi committed the alleged offence between February 2nd and March 15th, 2022, at the Office of the Prime Minister stores in Namanve-Mukono and various locations in Matugga, Wakiso, and Ntenjeru in Kayunga District.
Minister Lugoloobi has, however, denied the allegations.