Chris Obore, the Director of Communication and Corporate Affairs at Parliament, has reportedly denied allegations of corruption and mismanagement of funds, with claims emerging that he explained to government spokesperson and legislator Hon. Ofwono Opondo that some of the money in question was allegedly given to opposition politicians who later refused to sign as recipients.
According to Hon. Ofwono Opondo, who represents elderly persons in Eastern Uganda, Obore told him that a significant portion of the funds he is accused of mishandling did not remain under his control but was allegedly distributed to various individuals, including opposition figures.
Ofwono made the claims while discussing the ongoing controversy surrounding Obore, who is currently facing scrutiny and detention over allegations related to financial management at Parliament.
The lawmaker said Obore insisted that he was not responsible for all the funds being questioned and claimed that some recipients avoided signing documents to acknowledge that they had received the money.
According to the account attributed to Obore, some opposition politicians allegedly benefited from the funds but later distanced themselves from the transactions, leaving questions surrounding accountability.
The allegations have sparked debate about financial accountability, transparency and the management of resources within public institutions.
Security sources have also made claims that investigators are looking into alleged financial networks involving several politicians from different political parties.
According to the sources, former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among was allegedly involved in supporting a number of politicians from both ruling and opposition parties, claims that have not been proven in court.
The sources alleged that among the individuals who benefited from such support were some opposition politicians, including representatives from different political parties.
The allegations mention figures such as Ismail Kasule, the ANT Member of Parliament for Hoima West Division, Ali Kasirye Mulyanyama of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Hon. Ssebamala of the Democratic Party (DP), and former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda.
However, the claims remain allegations, and the individuals mentioned have not been convicted or legally found responsible for any wrongdoing.
The sources further alleged that Anita Among played a role in supporting certain candidates during elections after reaching political understandings with them.
It is alleged that such support influenced the success of some candidates during elections, particularly individuals believed to have received backing from powerful political networks.
The claims have renewed discussions about the influence of money, political alliances and behind-the-scenes negotiations in Uganda’s electoral processes.
Meanwhile, Chris Obore has maintained his position that he is not involved in corruption, describing himself as clean and rejecting accusations against him.
He reportedly told Ofwono Opondo that some of the funds being questioned were linked to political activities and individuals who allegedly refused to officially acknowledge receiving the money.
The controversy has raised broader questions about how public funds are managed and the importance of proper documentation in financial transactions.
Observers say accountability systems require clear records showing who receives public resources and how those funds are used.
As investigations continue, attention remains focused on the allegations surrounding Parliament officials, political figures and claims of financial dealings involving different actors.
Authorities are expected to establish the facts through investigations, while those mentioned in the allegations will have an opportunity to respond to the claims against them.
The developments have added to ongoing conversations about corruption, political financing and transparency in Uganda’s public institutions.
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