The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among has raised critical questions regarding the ongoing detention of retired Colonel Dr. Kiiza Besigye, who is reportedly being held in poor conditions. During a parliamentary session, Among emphasized the need for transparency and justice in handling Besigye’s case.
The Democratic Party (DP) has officially endorsed Henry Kasacca Mubiru as its flag bearer for the upcoming Kawempe North by-election. DP President Nobert Mao emphasized the importance of electing a leader with integrity and urged residents to choose a candidate who represents their interests, rather than being swayed by political opportunists.
Kampala
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Women’s League in Kampala has called for a meeting with the head of state to discuss and enhance the party’s mobilization strategy ahead of International Women’s Day, scheduled for March 8. This demand was made during a women’s consultative meeting held in Kampala, chaired by the party’s deputy chairperson for the Kampala District Women’s Council, Sarah Kamya Nandawula.
Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among, has tasked Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Nobert Mao, to explain the circumstances surrounding the detention of former FDC presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye in Luzira Prison. The move comes amid growing public concern over what many perceive as a violation of Besigye’s rights.
Members of Parliament (MPs) sitting on the Committee on Physical Infrastructure have expressed frustration with officials from the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) over their failure to release a report on the plane incident involving Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa last year.
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