A Ugandan magistrate refused bail for two National Unity Platform bodyguards who have been detained since August on accusations of conducting unauthorized military training. Edward Sebuufu and Achileo Kivumbi have remained in custody for 68 days alongside party officials Alex Mufumbiro, Doreen Kaija, Sauda Madada, and Calvin Tasi.
Magistrate Steven Waidhuuba stated his court cannot process the request because another judicial officer handling the case remains unavailable. Defense attorney Samuel Muyiizi argued the Constitution requires release after 60 days without trial, as stipulated in Article 23.
The men guard opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu. Their extended detention without proceedings has intensified allegations of government action against political rivals.
The court acknowledged constitutional protections mandate unconditional freedom for defendants held beyond two months. Jurisdiction limitations prevent Waidhuuba from ruling despite the extended pretrial period.
Magistrate Steven Waidhuuba stated his court cannot process the request because another judicial officer handling the case remains unavailable. Defense attorney Samuel Muyiizi argued the Constitution requires release after 60 days without trial, as stipulated in Article 23.
The men guard opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu. Their extended detention without proceedings has intensified allegations of government action against political rivals.
The court acknowledged constitutional protections mandate unconditional freedom for defendants held beyond two months. Jurisdiction limitations prevent Waidhuuba from ruling despite the extended pretrial period.
