Why Pastor Sammy Okanya was detained at Katwe Police Station

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Ugandan comedian-cum-pastor Sammy Okanya has reportedly spent three days behind coolers at Katwe Police Station.Reports concerning his arrest allege that he borrowed $10,000 from a Sudanese national and failed to pay it back.It is allegedly that he obtained the money to facilitate religious activities, including preaching, organising crusades, travelling abroad to spread the Word of God, and conducting further research to deepen his biblical knowledge.The funds were reportedly intended to help him acquire more knowledge of the scriptures and share it with local communities in Kayunga District.However, the circumstances surrounding the alleged debt and the terms under which the money was borrowed remain unclear.Cindy Sanyu recounts frustrating experience after missing flight at London airportPolice spokesperson Racheal Kawala confirmed Okanya’s arrest, explaining that he was among several suspects apprehended during police operations targeting alleged lawbreakers.Kawala reportedly added that the process of screening those arrested was still ongoing, with some suspects expected to be released on police bond as investigations continue.It remains unclear whether Okanya will be formally charged over the alleged debt or released as police conclude their inquiries.The post Why Pastor Sammy Okanya was detained at Katwe Police Station appeared first on MBU.