In a press conference held this afternoon, President Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, spoke out against the alarming rise in abductions and enforced disappearances carried out by military units in Uganda, particularly targeting opposition supporters. President Kyagulanyi highlighted the urgency of addressing this issue, citing recent victims like Lukyamuzi Harunah and many others.
During the press briefing, President Kyagulanyi expressed his deep concern over the ongoing acts of violence and human rights abuses perpetrated by military forces, including the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI) and Special Forces Command (SFC). He denounced these actions as a clear violation of fundamental human rights and emphasized the need for immediate action to ensure justice and accountability.
President Kyagulanyi pointed out that these abductions and enforced disappearances primarily target opposition supporters, thereby suppressing dissenting voices and instilling fear in the population. He stressed that such tactics only serve to undermine the principles of democracy and obstruct the progress of the nation.
The president called upon national and international human rights organizations, as well as the international community, to pay attention to these grave violations of human rights in Uganda. He urged them to use their influence and resources to put pressure on the government to halt these acts of violence and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
Furthermore, President Kyagulanyi expressed his solidarity with the families of the victims, assuring them that he will continue to advocate for justice and work tirelessly to address the growing human rights concerns in the country. He reiterated his commitment to a peaceful and inclusive Uganda, where the rights and freedoms of all citizens are respected and protected.
As the press conference concluded, President Kyagulanyi encouraged Ugandans to stand together in unity and defiance against these violations. He urged the public to demand justice, transparency, and accountability from the government, emphasizing that the power to bring about change lies in the hands of the people.
The address by President Robert Kyagulanyi sheds light on the troubling situation of abductions and enforced disappearances in Uganda. As the nation grapples with these human rights issues, it remains to be seen how the government and international community will respond to ensure the protection and preservation of fundamental rights for all citizens.
