MOSES MATOVU: Suspect in Murder of Afrigo Band Star Arrested

KAMPALA, UGANDA — Police have arrested a prime suspect in connection with the murder of veteran Afrigo Band musician Matovu Moses.

The suspect has been identified as Nsamba Vincent, 41, who was arrested following investigations into the circumstances surrounding the musician’s death.

According to police, Nsamba was apprehended in Ochange Ward, Yesu Amala, Nansana Division, Wakiso District.

The arrest comes hours after Matovu, a longtime member of Afrigo Band, was allegedly attacked by unknown assailants at Kibuli Market Zone B in Makindye Division, Kampala District, on Thursday morning.

He was rushed to Kibuli Hospital for medical attention but later succumbed to his injuries.

Police said a task team had been deployed to the scene to conduct investigations and establish what happened.

With the arrest of Nsamba, detectives are continuing investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing and determine the suspect’s alleged role in the musician’s death.

Police have not yet disclosed the possible motive for the attack or whether other suspects are being pursued.

The death of Matovu has sparked widespread mourning in Uganda’s music industry, with fellow musicians, fans and cultural figures paying tribute to the veteran performer.

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