In a continued crackdown on corruption, the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) has brought Joseph Ibona before the Anti-Corruption Division in connection with a sophisticated multi-million dollar fraud involving a purported AdBlue supply deal.
The alleged scheme, which reportedly implicated several Ugandan government ministries and a foreign investor, has already seen multiple individuals face charges. Joseph was arraigned on allegations of obtaining money by false pretenses.
He joins previously charged suspects, including Charles Mulyansaka (aka Dr. Dickens Muo), Peter Watum, and Drake Twebaze (aka Dr. John Karuhanga), all accused of participating in a complex scheme designed to defraud an investor.
The fraud revolves around the purported supply of AdBlue solution, a chemical essential for reducing carbon emissions in diesel engines, valued at $4.95 million. Investigators allege the transaction involved multiple government ministries, including the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Ministry of Works and Transport, raising serious concerns about the reach of corruption within the government.
Authorities further claim the accused attempted to extract an additional $50,000 from the investor via a bank account, falsely asserting that the funds were required to register the investor’s company, TMA Africa Proprietary Limited, in Uganda—a claim confirmed to be false.
Investigations are ongoing, with law enforcement continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses. Further arrests and charges are anticipated as the case unfolds. Joseph has been remanded in custody until April 10, 2026.
By Alex Magala
25th Mar 2026
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