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Uganda police reveal why they arrested prominent news anchor

Samson Kasumba. PHOTO | COURTESY

Police in Uganda arrested journalist Samson Kasumba on Monday night and detained him at Kira Road Police station in Kampala.

He was arrested moments after he co-anchored the Live at 9 news bulletin with Sheila Nduhukire.

Police spokesperson Fred Enanga later confirmed that Kasumba was being held over alleged subversive activities.

“He has made a statement and is cooperating with us,” said Enanga.

NBS TV later made a statement confirming Kasumba was nabbed by operatives outside the studios at 10:20pm.