27/02/2026
Sacked Finance Minister Arrested in Nimule During Alleged Escape Attempt
The Former Finance Minister Bak Barnaba Chol has reportedly been arrested in Nimule while allegedly attempting to flee the country, just three days after being removed from his position at the Ministry of Finance.
Sources familiar with the incident say Dr Bak was intercepted near the South Sudan–Uganda border as he allegedly tried to cross into the Ugandan side on a boda boda motorcycle. Authorities reportedly recognised him along the way and ordered him to stop.
According to witnesses, the former minister attempted to run but fell from the motorcycle during the commotion, resulting in a broken leg.
It remains unclear why Dr Bak allegedly tried to escape. However, speculation suggests the move may be linked to ongoing government arrests targeting senior officials accused of corruption.
Officials have yet to release an official statement regarding the circumstances surrounding the arrest.