BUYENDE- To ensure security during Kyabazinga’s 10th coronation anniversary celebrations, the police have deployed their marine unit and Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU) along the Lake Kyoga shoreline in Buyende district.
Kyabazinga Gabula Nadiope was joined by his queen, Jovia Mutesi, on Friday, as she prepared to share a communal meal with the public, symbolizing maternal love and marking the beginning of her official royal responsibilities to the people of Busoga Kingdom.
This year’s anniversary has been celebrated at Bukungu primary school, in Bukungu town council, in Buyende district, less than one kilometre away from the Lake Kyoga shoreline.
According to Michael Kasadha, Busoga North Police Spokesperson, security has been beefed up to prevent criminal activities and terrorism threats during the celebrations.
Kasadha emphasized that ensuring the safety of people and their property is the police’s primary responsibility, making it crucial to secure the maritime areas during this event.
Kasadha added that the police are working closely with landing site chairpersons to monitor the Lake Kyoga shoreline residents, helping to prevent criminal infiltration.
Following the ceremony, a boat race competition will be held in honor of the Kyabazinga, with five marine police divers deployed to ensure the safety of all participants.
Andrew Ntange, the Busoga kingdom’s spokesperson says that they have accomplished so much in the last 10 years’ worth celebration.
