A Uganda prison officer who has been sacked for criticising the government on TikTok, Lawrence Ampe, has spoken out after his dismissal, vowing to remain active in national politics and to campaign for National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine.
In a series of public statements shared on his X- handle formerly known as Twitter, Ampe accused the government of failing to tackle corruption and called on Ugandan’s to unite for what he described as transparency, accountability and justice.
He said his decision to speak out was driven by concern for the country’s future and a belief that citizens must demand better leadership.
Ampe, who was previously stationed at Ngora Prison, announced that he will today (Saturday) to travel to Ngora to campaign for Kyagulanyi’s presidential bid and to mobilise voters in the Teso sub-region.
He urged residents to “vote wisely” and support leaders who prioritise regional development and national progress.
Describing himself as a former prison officer committed to the rule of law and human rights, Ampe said his experience in the service informed his decision to engage in politics.
He argued that respecting the Constitution and upholding equality before the law are essential for Uganda’s stability, especially during any future political transition.
He also appealed to security personnel to act with restraint and professionalism during political activities, urging them to respect civilians and avoid violence.
Ampe stressed that deployment should not strip officers of their humanity or responsibility to think independently.
Addressing concerns about his safety, Ampe said he is prepared for any lawful arrest related to his political activism but warned against what he termed illegal abductions disguised as arrests.
He maintained that intimidation would not deter him from pursuing his cause.
Ampe further disclosed that he has handed over all government-issued stores to the Uganda Prisons Service through the Officer in Charge of Ngora Prison.
He noted that he did not receive formal handover documentation but said he has audio recordings and photographs to support the process.
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