Uganda: TESO MPs Appeal to Museveni to Intervene in Elwelu's Arrest

Uganda: TESO MPs Appeal to Museveni to Intervene in Elwelu's Arrest

Members of Parliament from the Teso sub-region have appealed to President Yoweri Museveni to intervene in the case involving former Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. Peter Elwelu, whose arrest has sparked concern among leaders and residents in the region.

Emorimor seeks Museveni meeting over Elwelu's detention

The Iteso Cultural chief has called for patience as leaders pursue Elwelu's case

Museveni reluctant to intervene in Elwelu arrest

By George Muron   Teso Paramount Chief Emorimor Paul Sande Emolot has revealed that President Yoweri Museveni is reluctant to intervene in matters relating to the detention of retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu before the matter goes through court, reportedly raising concern that the former Deputy Chief of Defence Forces could sue government over his arrest.   This revelation follows a closed-door meeting held with President Museveni at Sta…

Teso MPs Seek Museveni, Muhoozi Meeting Over Elwelu's Arrest

The Teso Parliamentary Group has called for an urgent meeting with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to discuss the arrest of former UPDF Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, Lt. Gen. Peter Elwelu, amid growing concerns over reported security tensions in the region.

Teso leaders push for Museveni-Elwelu meeting

Lt Gen Elwelu Soroti, Uganda | URN | Retired Lt. Gen. Peter Elwelu, the embattled former Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, is scheduled to meet President Yoweri Museveni following his arrest on Monday evening, as leaders from the Teso sub-region seek to defuse tensions triggered by his detention. Sources in Teso say Elwelu has been transferred to Kampala ahead of the anticipated meeting, although the exact date and venue have not yet been establis…