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The reported abduction of opposition bodyguard Eddie Mutwe, public statements by Uganda's military chief claiming custody and threatening violence, and subsequent reports of abuse raise grave questions about human dignity, military detention, and accountability.
The reported abduction of opposition lawyer Erias Lukwago, the threats attributed to Uganda's army chief and his subsequent prosecution expose grave concerns about military intimidation, due process and the safety of those who challenge power.
The reported abduction of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye from Nairobi, his transfer to Uganda and prosecution before a military court have raised profound questions about due process, civilian rights, state power and accountability.
The reported seizure, alleged mistreatment and prosecution of Ugandan human-rights defender Praise Aloikin Opoloje raise urgent questions about political intimidation, freedom of expression, due process and the abuse of state power.