President Museveni has directed that the family of each person who died in the Tuesday night crash along the Kampala- Gulu highway be given shs5 million.
In his condolence message, Museveni who is currently on the campaign trail in Acholi commiserated with the deceased’s families.
“I have learnt with sadness about the tragic accident that occurred this morning along the Kampala–Gulu highway, claiming many lives. I extend my condolences to the bereaved families and wish the injured a quick recovery.”
“I have directed the State House Comptroller to give Shs 5m to each bereaved family and Shs 1m to the injured. I urge all road users to exercise utmost caution to prevent such tragedies. May the souls of the departed rest in eternal peace.”
