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Kampala, Uganda | URN | Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajji Obeid Lutale, have filed an application with the High Court Criminal Division, seeking a declaration that their constitutional rights were violated by the deportation of their lead lawyer, Martha Karua. The application, filed under the Human Rights (Enforcement) …
Read More »Retired Bishops rebuke Gen Muhoozi
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Former Northern Uganda Diocese Bishop Rt. Rev. Nelson Onono-Onweng has openly challenged Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba over the ongoing crackdown on media houses and alleged abductions, insisting that the army commander is “not the authority” in Uganda and must stop actions that …
Read More »Under what circumstances can security agencies other than the police arrest people in Uganda?
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The arrest and detention of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago have reignited debate over the constitutional powers of Uganda’s security agencies and the limits of their authority when dealing with civilians. On Monday, June 15, Uganda People’s Defense Forces-UPDF officers seized Lukwago from his residence …
Read More »Lukwago family condemns violent arrest
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The family of former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has condemned what it describes as a violent and illegal arrest by security agencies, accusing operatives of storming his home and taking him away without a warrant. The family says Lukwago’s whereabouts remain unknown, alleging that security …
Read More »ANITA AMONG PROBE: Cash, devices and documentary evidence recovered
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A multi-agency corruption investigation targeting alleged financial misconduct in Parliament and other government institutions has reportedly recovered cash, electronic devices, and documentary evidence linked to former Speaker Anita Among following a four-day search operation at her residences and offices. The operation, which sources say was …
Read More »Fresh power play as Gen. Muhoozi reinstates support for Tayebwa
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A fresh directive from Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba has reshaped the parliamentary leadership race ahead of the inauguration of the 12th Parliament, restoring support for Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa after a brief withdrawal of backing by his political pressure group. The directive, issued …
Read More »Is the transition from Gen Museveni to Gen Muhoozi already underway?
Without parliament, the president’s ministerial appointees cannot be confirmed. Thus, currently Uganda has neither a constituted executive nor legislature. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS ANALYSIS -URN | The events of the last 72 hours have left the country stunned. Many have started asking who is in charge of the …
Read More »Muhoozi defends raid on Among’s properties
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has come out to explain the circumstances leading to the siege of properties belonging to the outgoing Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among. The Senior Presidential Advisor and Chairperson of the Patriotic League of Uganda, General Muhoozi …
Read More »Muhoozi withdraws speakership endorsement from Anita Among
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the leader of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) political group has withdrawn his support for Annet Anita Among and Thomas Tayebwa for speaker and deputy speaker, respectively, for the 12th Parliament. The PLU Secretary General who is also MP for Kasambya County, PO …
Read More »POLICE: Kololo routes restricted for Gen. Muhoozi birthday run
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Police Force says all roads to and from Kololo will be restricted as Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba joins supporters for his 52nd birthday marathon. The MK@52 Run on Sunday, also known as the Muhoozi marathon, is expected to draw top …
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