Soroti University has suspended the use of its newly commissioned Shs1.2 billion main gate after sections of its granite cladding reportedly detached and fell, posing a safety risk to pedestrians and motorists. The gate, constructed by the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC) with government funding, was handed over to the university about three weeks ago. In a letter dated October 14, 2026, Engineer Paul Anguria, the university’s Deputy Chief of Estates, directed the immediate closure of the gate and advised staff, students, visitors and other road users to use the previous alternative access route until the defects are rectified. “The Directorate of Estates and Works wishes to inform the University community that the Main Gate has developed defects involving the debonding and falling of granite/stone cladding from the gate arch. This poses a significant risk to human life and property,” the letter reads. Anguria said the university had engaged the...