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Besigye’s Case Transfer to Civilian Court in Progress, Presidential Aide Assures Public

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Faruk Kirunda, the Deputy Press Secretary to the President, has provided an update on the ongoing process to transfer Dr. Kizza Besigye’s case to a civilian court. In a statement released on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Kirunda assured the public that the necessary steps are being taken to comply with the Supreme Court’s …

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Pulse Uganda

Museveni breaks silence on Besigye's sickness, trial

President Yoweri Museveni has insisted that opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye should face a swift trial. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Museveni dismissed concerns over Besigye’s remand, saying Ugandans should focus on why he was arrested rather than questioning his detention. “The answer to that is a quick trial so that facts come out. Otherwise, you are promoting insecurity, which is very dangerous for the country,” he stated. The Presiden…

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examiner.co.ug

Mpuuga Calls for Opposition Unity to Secure Dr. Besigye’s Release from Luzira Prison

Mathias Mpuuga, the Nyendo Mukungwe legislator and commissioner of Parliament, has issued a passionate call for unity among opposition parties, both within and outside Parliament, to unite in the effort to secure the release of Dr. Kiiza Besigye from Luzira Prison. He urged that immediate action be taken to prevent the situation

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Museveni’s Aide Gives Way Forward on Besigye’s Detention

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s aide and Deputy Spokesperson Faruk Kirunda shared details about the condition of opposition leader Kizza Besigye, with reports indicating that his health had deteriorated. In a statement on Monday, February 17, 2025, Kirunda said there was already a process in place for transferring his case to the civilian court. “I appreciate the concerns on Dr. Besigye’s case and sympathise with the family. However, there …

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93.3 KFM

FDC joins calls for Besigye’s release

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has expressed concern over the deteriorating health of its founding president, Dr. Kizza Besigye,

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witnessug.com

SAD!! Kizza Besigye Goes Into Coma - Luzira Prison Officials Urgently Call His Personal Doctor As Besigye Is Rushed To Hospital - The Witness Uganda

After weeks of denying jailed veteran opposition politician, Dr. Kizza Besigye access to his personal doctor, Luzira Prison has requested his family to send the doctor to visit him in jail. This unexpected change of prison’s position has signaled a severe decline in his health. The sudden shift by prison authorities has raised concerns among Besigye’s family members who fear that his condition may be deteriorating. Speaking to reporters in Kampa…

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