In a shocking turn of events, Sogono B village in Kakoro town council, Butebo District, was once again hit by a series of mysterious fires on the afternoon of March 6, 2025. The incident, which occurred at around 4:00 PM, left three huts completely destroyed and valuable property worth millions of shillings reduced to ashes.
According to Lipoto Edrisa, a 50-year-old peasant and resident of Sogono B, the fires broke out in quick succession. His wife, Kayendeke Zainabu, was away buying beans when a neighbor alerted her that one of their huts had caught fire. As she rushed home with other residents to assess the damage, two more huts suddenly went up in flames, leaving the community in a state of panic and confusion.
The Kakoro Police Station was immediately notified, and a case was registered under reference GEF 01/2025. A team of officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (D/CID) visited the scene to gather evidence and obtain statements from witnesses.
facts and findings
According to Lipoto Edrisa, a 50-year-old peasant and resident of Sogono B, the fires broke out in quick succession. His wife, Kayendeke Zainabu, was away buying beans when a neighbor alerted her that one of their huts had caught fire. As she rushed home with other residents to assess the damage, two more huts suddenly went up in flames, leaving the community in a state of panic and confusion.
The Kakoro Police Station was immediately notified, and a case was registered under reference GEF 01/2025. A team of officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (D/CID) visited the scene to gather evidence and obtain statements from witnesses.
facts and findings
Preliminary investigations revealed that the fires destroyed several valuable items, including 400,000 shillings in cash from the Parish Development Model (PDM) program, timber, books, clothing, and cooking utensils. The cause of the fires remains unknown, raising concerns among residents who recall a similar incident in 2020 when over 50 structures were destroyed under equally mysterious circumstances.
Community in Fear
The recurrence of such incidents has left the community on edge, with many questioning the safety of their homes and livelihoods. "We don’t know what is causing these fires, but we are living in fear," said one resident. "Last time, it was dozens of homes; this time, it’s our huts. What will happen next?"
Police have assured the public that inquiries are ongoing, and efforts are being made to determine the cause of the fires. Meanwhile, residents are calling for increased vigilance and support from local authorities to prevent further tragedies.
As the investigation continues, the people of Sogono B village are left to pick up the pieces and rebuild their lives, hoping that answers—and solutions—will come soon.
Police have assured the public that inquiries are ongoing, and efforts are being made to determine the cause of the fires. Meanwhile, residents are calling for increased vigilance and support from local authorities to prevent further tragedies.
As the investigation continues, the people of Sogono B village are left to pick up the pieces and rebuild their lives, hoping that answers—and solutions—will come soon.
