{"id":5353,"date":"2025-01-24T07:05:44","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T07:05:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/?p=5353"},"modified":"2025-01-24T07:10:44","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T07:10:44","slug":"the-uganda-police-force-has-given-the-green-light-for-ssemanda-manisul-popularly-known-as-king-saha-to-proceed-with-his-highly-anticipated-concert-at-lugogo-cricket-oval-today-friday-january-24-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/?p=5353","title":{"rendered":"Uganda Police Clears King Saha&#8217;s Concert After Security Concerns"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Uganda Police Force has given the green light for Ssemanda Manisul, popularly known as King Saha, to proceed with his highly anticipated concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval today, Friday, January 24, 2025. This decision comes after a brief suspension of the event last evening over safety concerns.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement issued on Thursday evening, Police cited &#8220;potential structural failure on the facility likely to endanger public safety&#8221; as the reason for halting the concert. The pavilion area was identified as the primary source of risk, prompting a thorough inspection.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5358\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/GiCQ4oUXEAAYfrI.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"753\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/GiCQ4oUXEAAYfrI.jpeg 753w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/GiCQ4oUXEAAYfrI-221x300.jpeg 221w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 753px) 100vw, 753px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This morning, however, Police issued a follow-up statement confirming that the concert could go on, albeit with restrictions. The pavilion, which was flagged for safety risks, will remain off-limits to revellers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5354\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.10_5b4aba60-860x645.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We have conducted a re-evaluation of the venue, and measures have been put in place to ensure public safety,&#8221; the statement read. &#8220;Access to the pavilion is strictly prohibited, and our officers will be on-site to enforce this directive.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The announcement has been met with relief from King Saha\u2019s fans, who had expressed disappointment over the initial cancellation. Speaking to the media, King Saha assured his supporters of an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This concert means everything to me and my fans. I appreciate the authorities for ensuring safety and allowing the event to proceed. Let\u2019s make it a night to remember!&#8221; Saha said.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5355\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/315555766_672430900918499_3526285181740514730_n-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/315555766_672430900918499_3526285181740514730_n-edited.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/315555766_672430900918499_3526285181740514730_n-edited-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/315555766_672430900918499_3526285181740514730_n-edited-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/315555766_672430900918499_3526285181740514730_n-edited-860x578.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Additional security personnel have been deployed to ensure order, and event organizers have promised compliance with all safety guidelines. The concert is expected to attract thousands of fans, with performances from other leading Ugandan artists.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5356\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-24-at-09.44.11_8e2682ca-860x645.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Revellers have been advised to arrive early to allow smooth entry and to cooperate with security teams at the venue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Uganda Police Force has given the green light for Ssemanda Manisul, popularly known as King Saha, to proceed with his highly anticipated concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval today, Friday, January 24, 2025. 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