More than 20 passengers have been injured following a serious road accident involving a Nile Star bus along the Arua-Nebbi Road in Arua District. The incident happened on Monday, November 2, 2026, at around 8:45 pm in Enzeva Village, leaving several travellers requiring emergency medical attention.
The accident involved an Isuzu bus belonging to Nile Star Bus Company, registration number UBF 621T. According to preliminary police findings, the bus had departed from Arua City carrying passengers travelling to Kampala when the incident occurred.
Police investigations indicate that the driver attempted to overtake a trailer at a narrow section of the road in Enzeva Village. The manoeuvre reportedly went wrong, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
The bus subsequently veered off the road and overturned, leaving passengers injured inside. The accident created an emergency as people rushed to help those trapped or hurt before police and other responders arrived.
West Nile Police spokesperson Josephine Angucia confirmed the incident, saying officers responded quickly and arranged for the injured passengers to be taken to different health facilities for treatment. Some victims were rushed to Kuluva Hospital and Arua Regional Referral Hospital, while others were taken to Church of Uganda Hospital.
Among the passengers identified at Arua Regional Referral Hospital were Afakoru Gloria, Enzo Eveline, Mmulabe Vincent, Rwothomio Pius, Atusi Lucky, Mama Ricky, Joel Tshirenga, Nkumba Becky, Martha Tshibona, Boniface Cosmas and several others. Police said additional victims were receiving treatment at other facilities.
Angucia also revealed that the bus driver initially fled the accident scene but later reported to Arua City Central Business Division, where he was arrested and detained. The damaged bus remained at the scene under police guard as arrangements were made to tow it to the police station. Investigations are ongoing under Arua District TAR 54/2026.
Police have attributed the accident to unlawful overtaking and urged motorists to exercise caution, particularly when approaching narrow sections of the road. Drivers have been reminded to assess road conditions carefully before attempting to overtake other vehicles to avoid putting passengers and other road users in danger.
About the Author
