On January 9, former National unity Platform Kawempe North Member of Parliament Mohammed Ssegirinya died. The public blamed a judge Lawrence Tweyanze for being used by the state to deny Ssegirinya bail to seek specialised medical care. Dr. Kizza Besigye’s lawyer Erias Lukwago has called for the release Besigye to enable him get medical attention to no heed.
KAMPALA. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has made it clear that he will not implement the Supreme Court's judgment that nullified the trial of civilians in military courts. This ruling was a landmark decision that aimed to protect civilians from being tried in military courts for certain crimes, such as illegal possession of firearms. Museveni's defiance is not surprising, given his history of disregarding the law and the judiciary. He has previously referred to the Constitution as a "mere piece of paper" and has told off the Judiciary, stating that the "country does not belong to judges and lawyers". The President's argument is that the military court system is essential to the country's security and stability. He claims that it has been effective in dealing with armed criminals and ensuring the safety of the people. However, this argument is flawed, as […]
