In a recent development, Mr. Caleb Kakuyo and Ms. Doreen Rwambuya, represented by their lawyers from BKA Advocates, have raised concerns over a decision made by Justice Musa Ssekaana on July 7. The duo contends that the judge’s ruling disregarded crucial supplementary evidence provided by the National Building and Construction Regulatory Board (NBRB). This decision, according to the complainants, undermines the broader statutory mandate of the NBRB as a government regulator and enforcer of building control standards.
The case in question revolves around the City Hotel project, which has been under scrutiny for alleged violations of building regulations and control standards. Mr. Caleb Kakuyo and Ms. Doreen Rwambuya, acting as concerned citizens, filed a complaint with the NBRB, highlighting numerous irregularities they believed were present in the construction process. The NBRB, acting on its statutory authority, conducted an investigation and compiled supplementary evidence to support the complainants’ case.
However, during the court proceedings, Justice Musa Ssekaana’s ruling seemed to have ignored the supplementary evidence presented by the NBRB. This has raised concerns among the complainants and their legal representatives at BKA Advocates, who argue that such negligence undermines the NBRB’s role as a national regulator and enforcer of building control standards.
In response to the judge’s decision, Caleb Kakuyo expressed his disappointment, stating, “We believed that the supplementary evidence provided by the NBRB would be given due consideration by the court. It is disheartening to see our concerns being overlooked, especially when the NBRB had compiled substantial evidence supporting our claims.”
Similarly, Doreen Rwambuya emphasized the importance of upholding building control standards, saying, “Our intention was to shed light on potential violations in the construction of the City Hotel, not only for the sake of justice but also to ensure the safety of future occupants. We urge the court to recognize the significance of the NBRB’s supplementary evidence and reconsider its decision.”
BKA Advocates, the legal representatives for Mr. Caleb Kakuyo and Ms. Doreen Rwambuya, have expressed their intention to file an appeal against Justice Musa Ssekaana’s ruling. They believe that by doing so, they can rectify what they perceive as a miscarriage of justice and ensure that the NBRB’s role as a regulatory body is respected and upheld.
The controversy surrounding the City Hotel case highlights the critical role played by regulatory bodies such as the NBRB in maintaining building control standards and ensuring the safety of the public. As the legal process continues, stakeholders and concerned citizens will be closely watching to see how the appeal unfolds and whether the court will reconsider the supplementary evidence provided by the NBRB.
In the interest of justice and the broader public, it is imperative that all relevant evidence is thoroughly examined, ensuring that decisions made by the court are fair, transparent, and in line with the statutory responsibilities of regulatory bodies like the NBRB.
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