A prominent Ugandan pastor and fervent backer of President Yoweri Museveni was shot and injured, resulting in the death of his bodyguard, according to authorities on Wednesday.
Aloysius Bugingo came under fire on Tuesday evening when “unidentified assailants opened fire on (his) vehicle… before swiftly escaping the scene on a motorcycle”, as reported by the Ugandan police.
An official investigation is underway concerning the attack on Pastor Aloysius Bugingo and the tragic death of his bodyguard, Muhumuza Richard.
Bugingo, a figure of controversy in Uganda, leads the House of Prayer Ministries, one of the nation’s influential Pentecostal churches. He also operates his own television and radio stations, where he consistently voices support for President Museveni, in power since 1986.
“Despite sustaining injuries during the attack, Pastor Aloysius Bugingo managed to transport the vehicle to Mulago Hospital,” police added.
“Regrettably, his bodyguard, Muhumuza Richard, succumbed to the assault and was confirmed dead upon arrival at the hospital.”
Currently, Bugingo is receiving medical care and is closely monitored by medical staff.
Bugingo’s unwavering support for President Museveni, and more recently for his son, viewed as a potential successor, has drawn criticism from the opposition, leading the pastor to openly challenge them in his sermons.
| Vanguard
