KAMPALA, Uganda — The Inspectorate of Government (IGG) has launched an investigation into alleged mismanagement of public funds by officials of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), demanding extensive financial, governance and operational records dating back to 2016.
In a letter dated September 14, 2026, the Inspectorate directed FUFA to produce a wide range of documents covering its financial affairs, government funding, procurement processes, property transactions and commercial dealings. The investigation places the federation’s financial accountability and governance under renewed scrutiny.
Among the records sought are audited financial statements for every financial year since 2016, certified bank statements covering July 2021 to August 2026, and a comprehensive schedule of all bank accounts operated by FUFA, including those that have since been closed. Investigators also want minutes, agendas and resolutions from Executive Committee meetings to examine the federation’s decision-making processes.
The inquiry extends to public funds received from government institutions, including the National Council of Sports and the Ministry of Education and Sports. FUFA has been asked to provide supporting accountability documents showing how the funds were received, allocated and spent.
The development of Kadiba Stadium is another major focus of the investigation. The IGG wants a comprehensive account of expenditure on the project from its inception, including funding records, construction contracts, procurement documents, payment certificates and progress reports. Investigators are also seeking an explanation of the project’s current status and reasons for its non-completion.
Commercial operations and broadcasting rights have also come under scrutiny, particularly agreements involving StarTimes, FUFA Media Services Limited and other companies associated with the federation. The Inspectorate is seeking details of revenue received under these arrangements, the accounts into which payments were made, and the amounts distributed to Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League clubs since the 2018/19 season.
The investigation further covers property records relating to FUFA House in Mengo and the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru, alongside transactions and financial relationships involving associated companies. These records are expected to help investigators establish how the federation’s assets, public funding and commercial revenues have been managed.
The IGG’s demands signal a broad examination of FUFA’s financial management and governance under its current leadership. However, the investigation remains an inquiry into allegations, and the demand for records does not itself establish that public funds were misappropriated or that any official committed an offence. The findings will depend on the evidence examined and the explanations provided by the relevant parties.
PearlReportUgNews will continue following this developing story as further details emerge.
