An ADF commander has been charged and subsequently remanded by the Chief Magistrates Court in Nakawa for his involvement in the murder of two foreign tourists in Queen Elizabeth National Park last month.
The accused, Kyoto Abdul Rashid, also known as Njovu or Tembo, held the position of commander at Camp in Mwalika in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He was formerly a resident of Suni village in Lyama sub-county, Budaka district. Kyoto appeared before Nakawa Chief Magistrate, Erias Kakooza, where he faced nine charges, including terrorism, murder, aggravated robbery, and belonging to a terrorist organization.
According to the prosecution, Kyoto, along with others who are still at large, committed acts of violence on October 17, 2023, at Nyamunuka, along the Katunguru-Katwe-Kabatoro road within Queen Elizabeth National Park in Kasese district. The purpose of these acts was to influence the government, intimidate the public, and achieve political, religious, social, or economic aims without regard for the safety of others or property. The violence resulted in the deaths of Barlow David James, Geyer Emmarentia Cecilia, and Eric Alyai, who were civilians not involved in armed conflict.
In addition to the charges of terrorism, Kyoto is also accused of murder and aggravated robbery, which are offenses under the Penal Code Act.
However, Kyoto was not allowed to enter a plea as the charges against him are considered capital offenses and can only be tried by the High Court.
As a result, Kyoto has been remanded to Luzira government prison until November 27.
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