In Summary: The Inspectorate of Government has arrested an Oyam District Local Government office typist, Ejang Florence, over allegations that she solicited Shs17.6 million from six people in exchange for securing Education Assistant II jobs.
Oyam, Uganda — The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has arrested an office typist at Oyam District Local Government over allegations of soliciting and receiving money from job applicants in exchange for securing public service appointments.
The suspect, identified as Ejang Florence, is expected to appear before the Anti-Corruption Court on Friday, October 30, 2026, to answer the charges, according to the Inspectorate.
The charge sheet, seen by Daily Express, alleges that Ejang solicited Shs17.6 million from six individuals between April and June 2025, promising to help them secure appointments as Education Assistant II officers at Oyam District Local Government.
She is also accused of receiving Shs508,000 through her mobile phone in connection with an alleged attempt to secure employment for one of the applicants.
The allegations concern recruitment into public service, where appointments are expected to follow established procedures and be based on the applicable qualifications and requirements.
The Inspectorate said the arrest forms part of its ongoing efforts to promote integrity, transparency and accountability across Uganda’s public sector.
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