Kyenjojo Magistrate’s Husband Dies In Horrible Nkumba Accident Just 72 Hours After Buying His Brand New Car
The driver of the car involved in the Entebbe Road crash of a cement mixer truck has been identified as a lawyer.Raphael Okiot, a young lawyer, who according to colleagues was filled with passion for justice and human rights, met a tragic end in a road accident at Nkumba along Entebbe Road.
The incident occurred early in the morning as he embarked on his day, filled with aspirations and hopes.Just days before the accident, Okiot had acquired the car from a dealership in Kampala.
Excited about his new possession, he had only driven the vehicle for four days before the fatal collision occurred.Reports reveal that Okiot’s wife, Irene Faith Kwagala, a Grade I Magistrate in Kyenjojo district, was expecting their first child.
Tragically, Okiot did not live to witness the birth of his child.Known for his passion for justice and human rights, Okiot, in his 30s, also served as a teaching assistant at the School of Law, Uganda Christian University (UCU) in Mukono.
The news of Okiot’s untimely demise has deeply saddened the legal and political community, with condolences pouring in from friends, family, and colleagues. Bobi Wine, President of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, expressed heartfelt condolences, emphasizing the need for efficient public services, especially during emergencies.
The circumstances of the accident have sparked concern, particularly regarding the response time of authorities in rescuing Okiot. It’s reported that he remained trapped under the wreckage for over five hours before rescue efforts commenced.
This is the second accident to occur along Entebbe road in a space of one week.On Saturday, April 13, 2024, four people died, and two others sustained injuries as a result of a collision between two vehicles on Entebbe Road.
The victims who were all students of Buganda Royal Institute were en route to Katomi Beach for a party in Garuga when their vehicle collided with a lorry while allegedly attempting to overtake another vehicle.
Uganda recorded a 30% increase in road fatalities registered with the police in 2023, with 4,179 lives lost, according to the 2023 Annual Traffic and Safety Report.At least 23,608 road crashes were recorded in 2023 compared to 20,394 cases registered in 2022.