Kitara FC pipped Police FC 1-0 at Kavumba Recreation Ground to return to winning ways in the Startimes Uganda Premier league.
Jude Semugabi back from national duty with Uganda Cranes netted the solitary goal that separated the two sides on Thursday evening.
Police had the first attempt of the game in the 7th minute, Brian Obedi shot was was easily dealt with by the royals goalkeeper Kusiima.
Two minutes past the quarter-hour mark, Edward Kasibante dived majestically to thwart a long range strike from midfielder Ndihawe.
The hosts were forced into an early change, Emmanuel Mugume replacing Steven kabuye who limped off the pitch due to an injury.
At the break, it remained goalless, with both sides knowing they need more urgency to change the script on return for the final half.
Wasswa Bbosa introduced fresh legs after restart, Youngster Byaruhanga, Solomon Okwalinga coming on for Fred Amaku, and Ndihawe respectively.
Kitara broke the deadlock in the 54th minute, Semugabi heading home from a well-taken set-piece by substitute Okwalinga.
Police FC in search for an equalizer, tried to respond back through Brian Obedi and Gerald Ogweti but the visitors defense held firm till the final whistle.
This result saw Kitara elevate two spots up on the log, fourth with 32 points in 21 games while Police FC remained 12th, 9 points above safety.
