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The Deputy Inspector General of Government (IGG) has cautioned the public against celebrating government officials involved in corruption, noting that such actions undermine efforts to fight corruption.

Earlier this week, the Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court granted bail to three Members of Parliament facing charges related to budget corruption.

After their release from Luzira prison, many people were seen dancing and chanting the names of some of the MPs who were granted bail by the court.

Bailed legislators included Paul Akamba (Busiki County), Yusuf Mutembuli (Bunyole East) and Cissy Namujju Dionizza (Woman Representative for Lwengo).

“It is disheartening to see the public celebrating the release of corrupt culprits from prison, as these individuals are responsible for perpetuating poverty,” deputy IGG Ann Muheirwe remarked on Thursday during a learning event organized by Enabel, in collaboration with the Private Sector Foundation (PSF).

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