Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has called for the death penalty following the brutal killing of four children at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program School details continue to emerge about the incident, which occurred within a school premises in the Kampala suburb under what investigators describe as violent and disturbing circumstances.
Preliminary findings indicate that the children were attacked and killed inside the school, with early reports suggesting the possible use of a blunt object. However, authorities have cautioned that a full forensic report is yet to be released to confirm the exact cause of death.
Police sources say the suspect, who is currently in custody, is believed to have had direct access to the school, raising serious concerns about safety and supervision within the facility. Investigators are now working to establish whether the attack was premeditated and if the suspect acted alone.
The identities of the victims have not yet been officially disclosed, but authorities confirm that all four were minors enrolled at the same school.
The crime scene has since been sealed off as forensic teams continue to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and piece together the sequence of events leading to the killings.
The brutality of the attack has sparked outrage in Ggaba and across the country, with many calling for swift and decisive action against the perpetrator.
Adding to the growing public anger, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba publicly called for the death penalty, a stance that echoes the sentiments of many Ugandans in the wake of the tragedy. However, legal experts have pointed out that any sentence can only be determined by the courts following due process of the law.
Police have urged the public to remain calm as investigations continue, assuring that more details will be released once verified.
The case is expected to proceed to court upon completion of investigations, as the country continues to mourn the loss of four young lives.
