Drama as Lukwago, FDC supporters throw security operative out of court

There was drama in Makindye Court as Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and FDC supporters threw out security operatives  accusing them on spying on them.

The security operatives were women dress in plain cloth.

"We don't want spies here if are a policewoman please put on your uniform," charge Lukwago's bouncer.

Attempts by Police who are working in the court to calm down the situation fell on deaf ears  as Lukwago and FDC supporters carried out the security informer.

The woman pleaded but  to  no avail. Another security woman was also confronted outside as she attempted to enter into the court.

The operative is forcefully thrown out and escorted off court premises. Photo by Francis Emorut

Earlier Pastor David Ngabo's wife Pastor Sandra Ngabo  and an advocate  Isaac Semakade battled the security operatives who attempted to block them from entering the court premises.

"Who are you? Please identify yourselves before you stop us entering," shouted pastor Sandra Ngabo who was with her three little kids

The kids are Jolly Bekky Suzana Ngabo, Abigail Biyanka Ngabo and Happy david Ngabo II (the second).

After some scuffle the advocate overpowered a security operative donning blue T-shirt like for FDC and the pastor's wife and her children entered in.

Pator Sandra Ngabo talks to the operative after she was thrown out of court. Photo by Francis Emorut

There was another drama in court as the suspects took the advantage of 15 minutes time waiting for ruling and knelt down and prayed to God to make the Magistrate Benson Ssemondo to rule in their favour.

As it was the Magistrate granted the 27 suspects bail of non-cash bail of sh5m and sh50m for surerities to a thanderous  applause.

FDC supporters flash party symbol in Makindye Courtwho were released on court bail. seated right is Dr. Stella Nyanzi. Photo by Francis Emorut

The suspects were accused of disobeying interim order issued by the deputy Chief Justice Stephen Kavuma  banning FDC prayers until the application filed by deputy Arttornney general Mwesigwa Rukutana over FDC defiance campaign  wanting to overthrow government by unlawful means.

FDC supporters praying in Makindye Court but were released on court bail. Photo by Francis Emorut

FDC supporters praying in Makindye Court but were released on court bail. Photo by Francis Emorut

Pator David Ngabo uniting with his family after court released him on bail. Photo by Francis Emorut

Lawyer Isaac Semakade (in suit) tries to force his way past a security operative who blocked Pastor Ngabo's wife at Makindye court. Photo by Francis Emorut

This follows the disputed Feb 18 elections in which Election Commission boss Badru Kiggundu declared President Yoweri Museveni a winner with 60% while the second runner up Dr. Kizza Besigye of FDC got 35%.

The Party resolved to organize weekly prayers on Tuesdays in a campaign dubbed "free my vote."

The security operative who blocked Pastor Ngabo's wife at the gate of Makindye court. Photo by Francis Emorut

Lukwago later was escorted by his security men as he waved to his supporters waiting for him outside.

Present at the court were MP Odonga Otto, FDC chairman Waswa Birigwa and the leader of  opposition in Parliament Wafula Oguttu.

The suspects were represented by counsel Medard Sengona and Asuman Basalirwa .