PUBLIC NOTICE | OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION.
Hon. Welikhe Christopher Member of Parliament for Bubulo West Constituency, Manafwa District, wishes to inform the general public that he lost his mobile phone while on official duty in Kampala.
Hon. Welikhe has cautioned members of the public that unknown individuals who stole the phone are fraudulently using it to send messages requesting money. He strongly clarifies that any such messages are NOT from him and urges everyone to ignore them completely to avoid being scammed.
A committed cadre of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Hon. Welikhe is currently serving on the Office of the President’s mobilisation team, which is spearheading nationwide efforts to mobilise support for H.E. the President during this crucial campaign period. His dedication, loyalty, and experience continue to play a vital role in strengthening the party’s presence across the country.
Despite not proceeding through the recent NRM primaries in Bubulo West, Hon. Welikhe chose unity and party discipline over personal ambition. In recognition of his unwavering commitment, he was entrusted by the President with national mobilisation responsibilities, having declared that he would not contest as an independent.
Today, Hon. Welikhe proudly carries the flag of Bugisu across the nation, ensuring the region remains visible, respected, and firmly on the national political map.
Please stay alert. Ignore any suspicious messages sent in his name.
What You Need To Know:
thugs snatching phones is a significant and increasing problem in Kampala, with the Uganda Police Force (UPF) reporting over 7,400 cases of mobile phone thefts in 2023, a 6.8% increase from the previous year.
Police operations are ongoing to combat these crimes, including a recent crackdown that led to the arrest of 25 suspects involved in "snatch and ride" incidents along the Northern Bypass.
Common Tactics and Hotspots
Criminals often operate in groups and target unsuspecting individuals in specific areas and situations.
Traffic Jams: Thugs frequently target motorists and passengers stuck in heavy traffic, snatching phones through open windows.
Pedestrians: Individuals walking while using their phones, especially at night or in less crowded areas, are easy targets.
Public Transport: Thieves operate within crowded areas and taxi parks, where they can easily disappear into slums and escape routes after snatching items.
Entertainment Venues: Spies reportedly monitor people with expensive phones in bars and restaurants and alert accomplices outside.
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