Uganda opposition figure seized by soldiers as army chief vows ‘hurt and pain’
Opposition lawyers say the arrest could hinder service of court papers in Besigye’s case, where Muhoozi faces allegations of death threats and prejudicial statements.
- An opposition figure, Lukwago, was seized by soldiers at his home in Kampala, Uganda.
- Lukwago is a lawyer for Dr. Kizza Besigye, who is facing treason charges related to an alleged abduction from Kenya.
- The opposition party claims the arrest signals a 'breakdown of the rule of law' and condemned the soldiers' actions.
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Opposition Shaken: High-Profile Arrest in Uganda Sparks Outrage
Ugandan security forces have arrested Erias Lukwago, a lawyer for detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye. Lukwago is involved in related legal cases against Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is accused of making threats. Allegations suggest state operatives kidnapped Lukwago. The incident has drawn international attention and concern.
Uganda opposition lawyer detained after move against army chief
Ugandan opposition lawyer and former Kampala mayor Erias Lukwago was reportedly detained by security forces after preparing legal action against army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The arrest has intensified concerns over political repression ahead of a closely watched legal battle.
Uganda opposition figure seized by soldiers as army chief vows 'hurt and pain'
An opposition figure in Uganda was detained on the orders of the army chief, who later threatened to inflict “hurt and pain” against him.
Ugandan forces arrest lawyer of opposition figure facing treason charges, party says
NAIROBI, June 15 - Ugandan security forces have arrested Erias Lukwago, a senior opposition figure and lawyer representing detained People’s Front for Freedom party leader Kizza Besigye, who is on trial for treason, the PFF said on Monday. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Uganda: Pff - Lukwago Was Meant to Serve the CDF-Pff
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Secretary General of the People's Front for Freedom (PFF), Ssemujju Ibrahim Nganda, says party president Erias Lukwago was scheduled to serve court papers on the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, before his alleged abduction from his home in Wakaliga, Kampala.
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