How the controversy on court martial started

During one of the court sessions, one of the lawyers representing Besigye and Lutale, Eron Kiiza, referred to the General Court Martial as a military tribunal, arguing that it is not a court of judicature.

Lutale (left) and Besigye in the dock at General Court Martial in Makindye, Kampala. (Credit: Colleb Mugume)

By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

KAMPALA - President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday, December 12, 2024, released a statement in defence of the court martial, stating that it plays a crucial role in stabilising

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How the controversy on court martial started

During one of the court sessions, one of the lawyers representing Besigye and Lutale, Eron Kiiza, referred to the General Court Martial as a military tribunal, arguing that it is not a court of judicature.

Lutale (left) and Besigye in the dock at General Court Martial in Makindye, Kampala. (Credit: Colleb Mugume)

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