Fresh and shocking details are emerging regarding the tragic Kiboga murder, shedding light on a disturbing connection involving the victim and the suspects.
On June 30th of this year, police discovered the bodies of Noeline Nabwenjje and her one-year-old son, Jonan Gayel, in their rented house in Kyanja cell, Kiboga town council.
The investigation led to the arrest of a couple who are also co-directors of Spring of Wisdom Primary School, Bruno Ddamulira and Gladys Nakalyango, on suspicion of murdering the 26-year-old teacher and her child.
Now, Sources close to the investigations revealed that during interrogation, it was uncovered that Nakalyango allegedly killed Nabwenjje out of suspicion that she was involved romantically with Nakalyango’s husband.
“It is reported that the two were once close friends before their relationship soured,” a police source disclosed.
Furthermore, according to the source, it has been disclosed that the deceased, Noeline Nabwenjje, was the second spouse of Ddamulira for several years, and they had together raised two children. Tragically, one of these children lost their life alongside the mother.
“Incidentally, Nakalyango was unaware of these details, as she only suspected that Nabwenjje, her friend, was attempting to pursue her husband,” the source revealed.
“It was only when Ddamulira disclosed that the victims were also his family that Nakalyango learned the truth.”
Meanwhile, the police are continuing their investigation to gather conclusive evidence, which could lead to the suspected murderer being brought before the courts of law for a fair trial.
In Uganda, instances of marital rivalry have tragically escalated to fatal consequences, as seen in recent incidents such as the Kiboga school murder.
The complexities of polygamous relationships or suspicions of infidelity can lead to extreme acts of violence, resulting in the loss of lives.
These situations often involve intense emotions, jealousy, and misunderstandings that can quickly spiral out of control.
According to a 2021 study by Penal Reform International, one-quarter of all homicides committed by women in prison in Uganda involve the death of an intimate partner or marital rivalry.
The report highlights that although women make up 5 percent of the total prison population in Uganda, approximately 86 percent of them are either charged or convicted of murder, manslaughter, or assault.
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