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The High Court in Kampala has denied bail to opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his Personal Assistant Hajji Obeid Lutaale on grounds that they will interfere with ongoing investigations.
The Criminal Division Lady Justice Rosette Comfort Kania on Friday denied Besigye and Lutaale bail, also noting that they are charged with treason, which is the most grave offense in the laws of Uganda.
According to Kania, although the accused persons have proved all the grounds, including exceptional circumstances, investigations are still ongoing and that they are likely to interfere with them, more so the fact that this crime was committed in different countries, including Switzerland, Greece and Kenya.
There were emotions at the Court as the supporters and relatives of the accused were seen shedding tears and some chanting songs.
The two have been in prison since 16th November 2024 (more than 140 days) and are now charged with Treason, where the prosecution alleges that they connived with a UPDF captain, Dennis Oola, did commit acts to overthrow the government.
Besigye and Lutaale are jointly charged with UPDF officer Captain Denis Oola, and they were recently remanded until April 28th 2025, as investigations into charges of treason and misprison of treason continue. The Prosecutors allege that the two, while in various cities including Geneva, Switzerland, Athens in Greece and Nairobi in Kenya, and Kampala, solicited firearms, logistical and financial support and attended meetings with intentions to overthrow the current government of Uganda.
