Paddy Sserunjonji, also known as Sobi, a self-confessed former leader of Kifeesi, a criminal gang in Kampala, has been killed. Sobi met his demise in Maddu, Gomba, during a land eviction fight.
According to Superintendent of Police Karim Majid, the acting Katonga region police spokesperson, Sobi was attacked by a mob in Kibaale village, Kigumba parish, Maddu subcounty, Gomba district.
Majid disclosed that the incident occurred on Monday around 12:30 pm on land owned by Kalisa in Kibaale village, Kigumba parish, Maddu sub-county, Gomba district. A group of 50 people, armed with sticks, pangas, and spears, attacked another group, resulting in Sobi’s death.
The disputed land was purchased by Kalisa in 2007 for Shs20 million, out of a total of Shs100 million. However, allegations suggest he bought it from the wrong person.
Another group, claiming to be the children and grandchildren of the late Kibi Paul and led by Deborah Nagadiya and Kiwewa Barton, emerged with land titles, asserting their ownership of the same land. Legal proceedings were initiated, but before the case could be resolved, the second group brought individuals from Kampala Kisenyi to occupy and clear the land.
During the Monday clash, various items, including food, utensils, and structures, were destroyed. The group is alleged to have killed more individuals, with only one body recovered, showing cut wounds on the leg and neck.
Sobi’s body was transported to Gomba Hospital Mortuary for postmortem. Currently, three confirmed injuries include Katumba Gerald, Mateka Andrew, and Aliyu Dela.
Who is Sobi?
Sobi gained notoriety in 2017 when he confessed to being the leader of Kifeesi, a criminal gang that terrorized Kampala. The group conducted operations involving petty theft, armed robberies, and sometimes murder, terrorizing citizens in Kampala.
Despite multiple arrests, Sobi and his gang members were repeatedly released on bail, resuming their criminal activities. It was later reported that Sobi worked for the Internal Security Organisation (ISO) during the reign of Col Kaka Bagyenda.