KAMPALA. Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala, the newly appointed Inspector General of Government, has promised an overhaul of the IGG office as well as prosecuting public servants who embezzle government resources.
Speaking moments after being vetted by Parliament on Friday , Justice Naluzze warned that “it’s not going to be business as usual” and urged public officials to brace themselves for increased scrutiny and prosecutions.
“I commit to bring change in my office and all public servants should brace themselves because I have a lot in stock to do with prosecution,” Ms Naluzze said.
Justice Naluzze’s appointment was vetted and approved by the parliamentary appointments committee chaired by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa.
Her remarks come at a time when Uganda continues to face significant losses from corruption. According to the 2024 IGG report, close to 10 trillion is lost annually through corruption.
Justice Naluzze, a former High Court judge with experience in criminal prosecution and the judiciary, replaces Beti Olive Kamya, whose contract expired last month after serving a four –year term .She become the third woman to occupy the same office in 15 years the first being Justice Irene Mulyagonja .
Justice Naluzze has built a reputation for diligence and precision during her tenure at the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and in her judicial service.