Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Clive Nsiima, attached to the Counter Terrorism Directorate’s Oil and Gas Protection Unit, has been charged with assault and malicious damage to property after a CCTV video surfaced showing him attacking a female fuel station attendant in Kyanja, Kampala.
The incident occurred on October 8, 2025, when Nsiima, dressed in civilian clothes, confronted the attendant at a Shell fuel station over an unpaid bill of about 30,000 Ugandan Shillings (approximately $8). The footage shows the officer slapping the woman twice and smashing her Infinix smartphone, which she had used to record the altercation. The video quickly spread online and sparked public outrage.
Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke confirmed that Nsiima was arrested on October 7 in a joint operation involving officers from the Kyanja Police Post and the Professional Standards Unit (PSU).
The case has reignited discussions about accountability within Uganda’s law enforcement. Human rights advocates have pointed to it as an example of the persistent problem of impunity among security officers. According to the Uganda Police Force’s 2023 Annual Crime Report, over 15,300 cases of assault and threatening violence were recorded across the country, with civil society groups noting that several involved police personnel.
The Counter Terrorism Directorate, where Nsiima serves, has in the past been recognized for its role in enhancing national security. However, this incident has raised concerns about professional conduct within its ranks.
The arrest and prosecution of a senior officer is now being seen as a rare but significant step toward addressing misconduct in the force. The outcome of Nsiima’s case will be closely watched as a test of Uganda’s commitment to enforcing discipline and ensuring justice within its police service.
