The Special Forces Command has refuted allegations that one of its soldiers, depicted in a video, was involved in assaulting individuals at Kololo independence grounds.
A circulating video on social media depicts a scene where members of the public are seen rushing for free food being distributed after President Museveni’s departure from Kololo, following his participation in the Salaam bank launch.
In the video, a soldier appears to be engaging in physical altercations with individuals scrambling for the food. The footage has sparked various reactions, particularly across social media platforms.
Addressing the incident, Maj. Jimmy Omara, the spokesperson for SFC, clarified that the soldier’s actions were aimed at restoring order in a situation that was becoming uncontrollable. He explained that the bank launch proceeded smoothly until President Museveni vacated the premises.
According to Maj. Omara, separate arrangements were made by the organizers to distribute food to Muslim attendees after Duwa prayers. However, inadequate measures were in place during the food distribution, leading to chaos.
Maj. Omara emphasized that the soldier in question was attempting to quell the disorder rather than instigate violence against the public.
In conclusion, while the video may have stirred controversy, the Special Forces Command asserts that their soldier’s actions were aimed at restoring order amid a chaotic situation.
As discussions continue, it underscores the importance of effective crowd management protocols to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure the safety of all involved.
