Mukono, Uganda | Security agencies have arrested five suspects in connection with the murder of Mr. Wayengera Godfrey, an employee of Compassion International Uganda, who was killed in early June while travelling from Mbale to Kampala.
According to authorities, Mr. Godfrey and his colleague, Ms. Christine Najjabi were intercepted on 9 June 2025 by unidentified assailants dressed in military attire.
The attack occurred while the two were en route to Kampala. Mr. Godfrey was murdered, and his body was later dumped in Namulira Village, Mukono District.
Ms. Najjabi survived the incident and has since been assisting investigators.
A joint operation conducted by the Uganda Police Force and other security agencies has since made significant progress in identifying and apprehending those believed to be behind the attack.
During the course of the investigation, five suspects were arrested, and one SAR rifle, along with several sets of military and police uniforms, were recovered.
The suspects are:
• Tumusiime Ashraf, alias Obadiah, 40, a resident of Kireka, was apprehended at Ku Sattu along Kayunga Road in Mukono District.
• Ssenteza Mike, 40, from Wakiso District, was arrested in Busawuli Ward.
• Kasolo Fahad, 30, known to reside in both Nabweru and Kireka, was taken into custody on Kamuli Road, Kireka.
• Sgt. Mwesige Muhammad, alias Jet Lee or Munamakerere, 50, a known army deserter from Kagugube, was captured in Wandegeya.
• Cpl Mugabe Borban Aspa, an active-duty army officer and resident of Kagugube, was also arrested in Wandegeya.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were part of a well-organised criminal gang operating along Katosi Road in Mukono District.
The group allegedly targeted travellers and traders, often using stolen or fake military uniforms to impersonate security personnel.
Police sources indicated that the ongoing operations are focused on dismantling the wider criminal network believed to be responsible for the attack.
Officials stated that all necessary efforts were being made to ensure the matter reaches its logical conclusion.
They further noted that the suspects in custody would be prosecuted to the full extent of the law, and investigations continued to track down any additional accomplices.
The murder of Mr. Godfrey, who was widely recognised for his work supporting vulnerable children through Compassion International, has sparked widespread condemnation from civil society and the public.
Although Compassion International Uganda has not yet issued an official statement, sources within the organisation confirmed that it is closely monitoring developments in the investigation.
Security agencies have urged the public to remain alert and report any suspicious activity, particularly cases involving individuals posing as security personnel.
