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.
Ugandan opposition figure and prominent lawyer Erias Lukwago was reportedly arrested by security operatives on Monday, triggering outrage among opposition groups and human rights advocates.
According to relatives and members of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), armed personnel entered Lukwago’s residence in Kampala before taking him to an undisclosed location. Authorities had not publicly confirmed his detention at the time of reporting.
The former Kampala mayor is one of Uganda’s most prominent opposition voices and serves as legal counsel for veteran opposition leader Kizza Besigye.
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