By Our Reporter
OYAM
The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has arrested Ms. Ejang Florence, an Office Typist at Oyam District Local Government, over allegations of soliciting and receiving gratification in connection with public service recruitment.
Ms. Ejang who was arrested on Thursday was expected to appear before the Anti-Corruption Court today, Friday, 30th October 2026, to answer to the charges.
According to the charge sheet, Ms. Ejang allegedly solicited UGX 17.6 million from six individuals between April and June 2025 as an inducement to secure their appointment as Education Assistant II officers in Oyam District Local Government.
She also allegedly received UGX 508,000 (Five Hundred Eight Thousand) on her mobile phone number to secure a job for one of the applicants.
The arrest underscores the IG’s continued efforts to promote integrity, transparency and accountability across the public sector.
The case was investigated by IG’s Lira Regional Office headed by Mr. Alfred Atulinde, Principal Inspectorate Officer.
