Uganda Today Edition: Benjamin Agaba Dies After Setting Himself on Fire in Protest Over Unfulfilled Promises
Kampala- was left in shock on February 26, 2025, when Benjamin Agaba, purportedly a supporter of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), set himself on fire in front of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, adjacent to the Parliament of Uganda. His tragic act was reportedly driven by deep frustration over unfulfilled promises from the NRM secretariat. Read: Man sets self afire
After suffering severe burns from the incident, Agaba was rushed to Kiruddu Government Hospital, where he fought for his life for two weeks. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries, marking a tragic end to a desperate act of protest.
Eyewitnesses described a harrowing scene as Agaba doused himself in a flammable substance before igniting the flames. Bystanders and security personnel attempted to intervene, but the fire engulfed him rapidly, causing critical injuries that proved fatal.
Sources close to the deceased revealed that Agaba had been a dedicated supporter of the ruling party, believing in its promises of empowerment and economic support. However, after years of waiting and failed assurances, he allegedly reached a breaking point, seeing no other way to express his despair.
His death has sparked a heated debate on the treatment of grassroots political supporters and the government’s handling of citizen grievances. While some have called for an investigation into his claims, others argue that his drastic action should serve as a wake-up call for politicians to honor their commitments to the people.
This incident serves as a grim reminder of the desperation felt by some Ugandans in their pursuit of a better future. The story is developing, and further details are expected in the coming days.
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