In a case that has left many Ugandans questioning the integrity of the justice system and Uganda Police, Pastor Clifford Ssenjonjo, the man accused of attempted murder in the shooting of 24-year-old Allan Muyimbwa, has been released from Katwe Police custody without ever appearing in court.
This development comes amid serious allegations that the pastor may have bought his freedom through financial means, while the victim remains in a hospital bed, fighting for his life.
The shooting incident occurred on December 24, 2024, in Kikumbi Zone, Bunamwaya Parish, Wakiso District, when Pastor Ssenjonjo reportedly shot Allan, a local drummer, in both legs.
He would later call the OC of Kikumbi Police Station ASP Moses Nuwabine alleging that he shot a thief at his residence.
However after interrogation, Police learnt that the confrontation is said to have been triggered by a personal dispute, with Allan allegedly being in love with the pastor’s daughter.
According to police report seen by this website, Pastor Ssenjonjo who heads Ebenezer Ministries based in Seguku used his licensed firearm number B1965702983. to shoot the victim after Allan was reportedly whisked into the guest room of the pastor’s home by his daughter before he arrived shortly afterward.
The pastor was arrested and detained at Katwe Police Station and Attempeted Murder case opened under VIDE KATWE CRB 3097/24..
Despite the gravity of the situation, where two-gun cartridges and the weapon used in the shooting were recovered by police, the pastor was released without charges.
Sources close to the police suggest that bribery may have played a role in the pastor’s freedom, raising serious concerns about the influence of money and power on the Ugandan legal system.
What is most troubling, however, is the lack of accountability in the case.
Allan Muyimbwa continues to rot away in the hospital with injuries that could have permanent consequences, yet the suspect remains at large, walking free.
It’s a situation that raises red flags about whether justice is being served or if the powerful are simply able to buy their way out of accountability.
TrumpetNews attempted to reach out for a comment from Pastor Clifford Ssenjonjo in an effort to get his side of the story.
A phone number 0752888871 linked to Ebenezer Ministries Seguku, the church associated with the pastor, was found on the internet.
Upon calling, the administrator of the church confirmed that the church belonged to Pastor Ssenjonjo but seemed rather defensive about inquiries.
When asked about the incident and whether the pastor intended to make a public statement, the administrator asked, “Why do you need to speak to the Pastor?” and added, “Could someone have sent you to write about our Pastor?” She then dismissed the journalist’s inquiry, stating, “Don’t you have enough information from the Police?”
The conversation grew tense as the journalist insisted on hearing from the pastor directly, to which the administrator replied, “I will forward your number to our Pastor.” The call ended abruptly, leaving the journalist without any further clarity.
By the time of filing this report there was no response from the suspect.
