By Kabuye Ronald
A man accused of killing four children at a daycare centre in Ggaba has been committed to the High Court for trial. A medical report has found Christopher Okello Onyum, the main suspect to be of sound mind, despite his claims of a history of mental illness.
Court also heard that he was found in possession of two American passports, two mobile phones, two laptops, a US driving permit, a medical sanity report and a certificate of good conduct.
The suspect, appeared on Tuesday before the Makindye Chief Magistrates Court, where he was formally charged with four counts of murder in connection with the attack at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre in Makindye Division.
Prosecution alleges that Onyum carried out the killings on April 2, 2026, after gaining access to the daycare where the children were attending classes. He is accused of unlawfully causing the deaths of Ignatius Sseruyange, Ryan Odeke, Keisha Elungat, and Gideon Eteku.
Court proceedings revealed that the suspect allegedly posed as a parent seeking to enroll a child, a move that allowed him entry into the school. After inquiring about school fees at the administration office, he reportedly entered a classroom containing about 14 pupils.
Onyum was not allowed to enter a plea, as murder cases fall under the jurisdiction of the High Court. He was on Wednesday committed by Grade One Magistrate Aidah Nanjala. The suspect was further remanded to Luzira Prison pending trial.
