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 opposition lawyer and former Kampala mayor Erias Lukwago was reportedly detained by security forces after preparing legal action against army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba.…

An opposition figure in Uganda was detained on the orders of the army chief, who later threatened to inflict “hurt and pain” against him.

Uganda's powerful army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has sparked outrage after boasting online about the detention of opposition politician and lawyer Erias Lukwago.