By Our Reporter
BUDUDA
The State House Anti-corruption Unit has arraigned before the Bududa Chief Magistrates Court two Parish Chiefs for allegedly defrauding PDM beneficiaries.
The duo was charged on Friday, 18th October, 2024 having been arrested by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit that carried out the investigations.
Wakoko Kasim being the Parish Chief Bunandutu, is charged with obtaining money by false pretences after he defrauded millions of shillings from several beneficiaries of the Bunandutu PDM SACCO members claiming, the money was meant to process their funds whereas not.
Nakhaima Francis and others still at large, being employees of public service, and were expected to file returns and furnish correct statements regarding Bumakita PDM SACCO funds, made false entries and returns by registering persons who were not beneficiaries of the same parish.
They have been remanded until 5th November, 2024 when they will reappear before the same court for mention of their cases and possible bail application.
