Police has arrested 8 people for holding an illegal procession in Mbarara town, in western Uganda.

The arrested are supporters of FDC who were carrying black flags and allegedly mourning as the country marks her golden jubilee.

The group had paraded at different spots in Mbarara town
Among the arrested is the FDC District Chairperson Stanley Katembeya and Mobilizer Timbyetaho John.

Police says that investigations are complete and the suspects will be charged with inciting violence and assaulting an officer on duty.