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Former Kampala Lord Mayor and President of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), Erias Lukwago, has been transferred from Luzira Murchison Bay Prison to Mulago National Referral Hospital for specialized medical treatment following a court order issued on Tuesday.
Lukwago’s lawyer, Abubaker Ssekanjako, confirmed the transfer to Mega FM on Thursday afternoon, saying prison authorities had complied with the directive of the Makindye Chief Magistrates Court.
According to the lawyer, Lukwago’s health condition had continued to deteriorate while on remand, with his condition reportedly being managed mainly through painkillers despite requiring specialized medical attention.
The transfer follows a ruling by Makindye Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera, who denied Lukwago bail but directed prison authorities to refer him to Mulago National Referral Hospital within 24 hours for a comprehensive medical assessment and treatment.
The 56-year-old was arrested on June 15, 2026, and is facing a charge of misprision of treason.
Prosecutors allege that between 2021 and November 2024 in Uganda and Kenya, he knew of an alleged plot involving his clients, Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya, to overthrow the government but failed to report it or take steps to prevent the alleged offence. Lukwago has denied the allegations and maintains his innocence. He remains on remand and is expected back in court on June 30, 2026.
