Police Deploy Over 50 Suspected Criminals Arrested Ahead Of Gulu University Graduation.

11 November 2026, 11:33 am

By Solomon Okello

Gulu City – Uganda

Police in Gulu City have arrested more than 50 suspected criminals in intelligence-led operations ahead of the 22nd graduation ceremony of Gulu University scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026.

The arrests are part of security measures aimed at ensuring a peaceful and orderly graduation ceremony, which is expected to attract graduands, their families, university officials and other invited guests.

In a press statement, Superintendent of Police PJ Okema, the Police Public Relations Officer for North Kyoga and Acting PRO for Aswa West and Aswa East regions, said some of the suspects had already been remanded to prison, while case files for others were being prepared for submission to the Resident Chief State Attorney for legal guidance.

The security arrangements include overt and covert deployments, patrol teams, CCTV surveillance and coordinated operations involving the DPCs of Gulu City Central Police Station and Gulu East, working alongside sister security agencies.

Police have urged graduands, their families and other visitors to safeguard their personal belongings, avoid leaving valuables unattended and promptly report suspicious activities to security personnel.

Okema also appealed to motorists and other road users to observe traffic regulations to prevent road crashes during the graduation period.

He assured the public that security personnel would remain on standby before, during and after the ceremony to respond to emergencies and maintain law and order.

The 22nd Gulu University graduation ceremony will take place on Friday, November 13, 2026.