By Jazeerah Mirembe
MBARARA.Officials from the Inspectorate General of Government (IGG) have arrested the current head teacher of Ntare School in Mbarara City , Mr Saul Rwampororo, his predecessor Mr Jimmy Turyagyenda, and a former school typist, Ms Peace Kebirungi, over allegations of causing a financial loss of Shs 110.8 million to the government and abuse of office.
The trio was taken into custody on Wednesday after responding to summons at the IGG’s regional office in Mbarara City.
According to Ms Sarah Magoola, the IGG Mbarara regional head, Mr Rwampororo and Mr Turyagyenda allegedly covered up illegalities committed by Ms Kebirungi, who presented a forged university admission letter in October 2015 to secure study leave with pay before subsequently absconding from her duties.
Ms Magoola explained that despite her absence, Ms Kebirungi illegally continued to draw a government salary from September 2015 to August 2024. During this same timeframe, both Mr Turyagyenda and Mr Rwampororo routinely authorized the payment of allowances to Ms Kebirungi using funds collected from parents as school fees, falsely creating the impression that she was actively working.
Investigative findings further reveal that in 2023, Ms Kebirungi applied for early retirement from the public service. Her application was vetted and forwarded by Mr Rwampororo despite her clear ineligibility due to her prolonged desertion. She officially retired in 2024 and was irregularly awarded terminal benefits, gratuity, and monthly pension payments.
A charge sheet obtained by this reporter shows that by February 6, 2026—the cutoff date for the inspectorate’s inquiry—Ms Kebirungi had fraudulently accumulated Shs 110,877,900 in salaries, allowances, and retirement benefits.
Ms Magoola confirmed that the accused officials will be arraigned before the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala to face prosecution for abuse of office and causing financial loss.
Mr Turyagyenda had previously retired from his post as Ntare School head teacher on April 27, 2023, after leading the institution for a decade.
Ntare School, situated in Mbarara City, stands as one of Uganda’s premier traditional secondary institutions. The historic school holds national and regional prominence, notably countenancing an alumni network that includes Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and Rwandan President Paul Kagame.