Kiboga Killings: Families Urge Maximum Sentence for Prison Warder Anguyo

Families of the four individuals tragically killed by prison warder Moses Anguyo have implored the High Court to deliver the harshest possible sentence. The call for maximum punishment stems from the profound trauma inflicted upon the victims’ relatives and the widespread fear that has gripped the Kiboga community.

During a special High Court session on September 1, 2026, convened to gather victim impact statements before Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga’s sentencing of Anguyo, representatives voiced their anguish. They emphasized that the brutal nature of the killings, compounded by the perpetrator’s position as a trusted prison officer, necessitates a severe penalty to serve as a deterrent.

Allan Bob Mucunguzi, elder brother of the deceased Bright Akishuri, recounted the deep-seated trauma his family continues to endure. He shared how his brother’s widow struggles to even hear the name “Kiboga” due to the painful associations and the loss of their breadwinner.

Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Ivan Niwaga, who lost his wife and young son, spoke of the immense stress and challenges he has faced since the February 23, 2026, incident. He highlighted the unique bond he shared with his son, born on his own birthday, and the devastating impact of Anguyo’s actions, particularly as Anguyo was someone he had mentored.

Lawrence Ssenyonjo, the local LC1 chairperson, described the incident as reminiscent of wartime atrocities, fostering an atmosphere of fear and mistrust towards prison officers in the community. The prosecution has recommended the death penalty, deeming the case among the “rarest of rare” due to its premeditated nature and the vulnerability of the victims. The defense, while acknowledging the gravity of the offenses, pleaded for a sentence less than death, citing Anguyo’s lack of prior criminal record and his six dependent children.

Justice Kajuga is scheduled to deliver the sentence on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)