Mityana RDC Mwanjuzi Speaks about Land Dispute, Clarifies on allegations of Incitement

The Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Mityana District, Mwanjusi Proscovia, has addressed tensions surrounding a land dispute in Namutunku Village, Manyi Sub-County, which involved allegations of incitement by an elderly woman, Nazziwa Sylvia, and her daughter, Nalugo Teopista.

The disputed 300 acres of land belonged to the late Lubowa’s grandfather. The family had engaged Kakoza Bright to assist in securing a land title. However, Nazziwa Sylvia and her daughter alleged that the land had been fraudulently sold to another party without consulting the bibanja holders. This claim reportedly incited anger within the community.

According to reports, Nazziwa Sylvia allegedly incited residents, urging them to prepare pangs and “work on” any Westerner seen in the area. She claimed that all Westerners involved in the dispute were agents of Natasha, the First Daughter, whom she accused of being behind the land’s fraudulent sale.

To address the escalating situation, the RDC convened a meeting on December 11, 2024, with landlords, local leaders, bibanja holders, and Suuna, the LC I Chairman of Namutunku. “I conducted the meeting together with local leaders, the landlords, and bibanja holders,” the RDC noted.

A follow-up meeting held on December 13 revealed rising tensions, with some residents threatening violence. To prevent further unrest, security officers escorted Nazziwa Sylvia to Manyi Police Post to record a statement. She was later released and returned home after cooperating with authorities.

Suuna, the LC I Chairman of Namutunku, commended the intervention, stating, “Ever since the old woman was taken to police to record a statement, the security of the area has stabilized. We were going to face a big problem since Nazziwa Sylvia was inciting the village.”

Ssekibule, the LC III Chairman for Manyi Sub-County, also praised the RDC’s efforts in managing the situation and urged the community to maintain peace while investigations continue.

The RDC reminded residents to address grievances through lawful channels and avoid tribal sentiments or violence. The case underscores the importance of clear communication and cooperation in resolving disputes amicably.