During National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kygalunyi’s procession to Masaka City for his mobilization operations ahead of the 2026 general election, three individuals perished in a road crash involving two vehicles and four motorcycles, police confirmed on Friday.
Several persons were also injured in the incident that occurred in Maya Parish, Nsangi sub-county, Busiro County, Wakiso District, according to ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, deputy spokesperson for the Kampala Metropolitan Police.
This reporter saw footage from the crash scene that showed two persons lying unconscious in a bloody mess as others were being transported to waiting automobiles for their return home.
“The accident resulted in the immediate death of the rider and passenger of motorcycle UFY 465Y at the scene. Their bodies have been transported to City Mortuary Mulago for postmortem examinations. Additionally, another victim who was initially rushed to Mulago has succumbed to their injuries, bringing the total number of deceased to three,” ASP Owoyesigyire said.
Preliminary police investigations indicate that the driver of the Toyota Hiace was at fault for the collision due to recklessness.
According to reports, the driver who allegedly participated in the parade is now a fugitive.
“The Hiace collided with the Toyota Noah registration number UAT 157A and subsequently hit several motorcycles —UFY 983T, UGC 381C, UEJ 361D, and UFY 465Y which were also Part of the procession, resulting in the fatalities. The drivers of the impounded vehicles fled the scene and are currently at large. Efforts to apprehend them are ongoing,” ASP Owoyesgyire said.
The wreckage of both vehicles has been towed to Nsangi Police Station.
“We urge the National Unity Platform to exercise greater caution while on the road to prevent such tragic incidents,” Mr Owoyesigyire said.
Following a successful rally in Mukoono District on Wednesday, Mr. Kyagulanyi departed Kampala at approximately 10 am for his mobilization operations. This tour is part of his statewide campaign in front of the general election of 2026.
Mr. Kyagulanyi warned his retinue of fans, particularly boda boda riders, not to get too excited and drive carelessly while traveling before departing Kampala.
