By Stephen Ojacor
The tragic murder of five-year-old Faith Apio Joan has sparked significant outrage and concern in Uganda, particularly within her local community and among political leaders.
The incident, which occurred on February 5, 2025, saw the young girl’s body discovered in a pit latrine, raising alarm over child safety in schools and prompting calls for justice.
Joan Acom Alobo, the Soroti woman Member of Parliament, expressed her deep sorrow and solidarity with the grieving family.
She emphasized the importance of children as the future of Uganda and condemned the violence against them, urging the need for swift justice in this case.
Her emotional connection to the victim, as a mother of twins of similar age, highlights the personal impact of such tragedies on community leaders.
“It is painful to loose a child of such an age, I am a mother to twins of same age, I felt emotionally disturbed because I know what it takes to be a mother” she stated.
Adding, “My office is keeping all eyes on the progress of the justice process and I hope no evil minded hand will attempt to disrupt justice”.
The police have arrested five suspects related to the murder, including individuals associated with the school, indicative of the serious nature of the investigation.
Local authorities, including the Regional Police Commander, are actively working to unravel the case, which has also raised fears about potential ritualistic motives behind the crime.
The community is demanding not only justice but also the demolition of the latrine where the crime took place, reflecting their anguish and the desire for a thorough investigation.
Overall, this incident has ignited discussions on child safety, the role of educational institutions, and the broader societal issues surrounding violence against children in Uganda.
