KAMPALA — The High Court has heard testimony in the ongoing Ggaba trial in which the accused allegedly linked his actions to beliefs associated with wealth acquisition.
Police surgeon Dr Emmanuel Nuwamanya told the court that during a medical evaluation conducted as part of the investigation, the suspect, Christopher Onyum Okello, reportedly described his actions as being driven by “fortune hunting and enrichment.”
Court proceedings further heard that the accused allegedly referenced childhood stories linking wealth accumulation to ritual practices and human sacrifice.
Dr Nuwamanya said the statements were recorded during his assessment of the accused and were considered relevant in understanding his behavioural background and possible influences.
However, he cautioned that while the account could indicate possible mental health challenges, including psychotic episodes, he could not independently verify the claims.
He told the court that a conclusive diagnosis would require comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and further clinical assessment.
The court was also informed that the observations formed part of a broader medical report compiled during the investigation to assist in understanding the accused’s mental and physical state at the time of arrest.
The trial, which has attracted public attention due to the nature of the allegations, continues before the High Court as both prosecution and defence teams examine medical and factual evidence.
A ruling has not yet been delivered.