The UPDF Military Police Brigade, in collaboration with the Uganda Police Force, has launched an operation to restore order on Ugandan roads, enforce traffic regulations, impound unregistered or numberless vehicles, and curb the illegal use of sirens.
The operation began on Monday, 9 March 2026, and will continue as long as necessary.
Colonel Chris Magezi, Acting Director of Defence Public Information at MODVA/UPDF, dismissed claims that the checkpoints are aimed at apprehending NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu (Bobi Wine).
“No one is targeting the NUP leader. The objective is to restore discipline, ensure full compliance with traffic regulations, and curb criminal activities by some motorists,” he said.
He added, “These enforcement measures are not new and have been used before to achieve similar objectives. All motorists, including motorcyclists, are urged to cooperate with the Military Police and Uganda Traffic Police for the common good.”
