By Angel Lubowa
KAMPALA
The security has been promoted around Kampala after the army said it killed two Suspected Terrorist who intended to bomb people attending Martyr’s day celebrations.
The two including a woman were traveling on a motorcycle and were eliminated as the approached Munyonyo Martyrs Basilica and their bomb allegedly exploded on them.
The explosion occurred Tuesday morning near Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine where thousands of pilgrims have gathered for the religious commemoration.
According to preliminary reports, remains of two people were found at the scene alongside the wreckage of a destroyed motorcycle.
Security forces, including the military and the police bomb squad, swiftly rushed to the scene, which has since been cordoned off as investigations begin.
The incident comes amid heightened security operations around Kampala, as Uganda hosts the annual Martyrs Day celebrations.
The day commemorates the execution of 45 Christian converts between 1885 and 1887 and is one of the country’s most significant religious events, drawing large crowds from Uganda and neighboring countries.
Defense spokesman said the operation was security led as intelligence followed the suspects and tried to intercept them as they approached their would be target.