Court to Rule on Judge’s Competence, Jurisdiction in Besigye Case
The High Court is expected to deliver a ruling on an application by former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, challenging the competence and jurisdiction of presiding judge Emmanuel Baguma in his ongoing case. Earlier this month, Besigye filed a formal complaint with the Uganda Judicial Service Commission, citing concerns over
Why Court Declined Besigye, Lutale Mandatory Bail
The Nakawa Chief Magistrate’s Court has declined to release Dr. Kizza Besigye, Hajji Obeid Lutale, and Captain Denis Oola on mandatory bail, citing lack of jurisdiction. The court instead advised the defense team to file a bail application with the High Court. The trio had applied for bail in April
