Anger as Uganda president's son says he's holding opposition bodyguard
Summary
The son of Uganda's president, and also the country's military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has confirmed that Edward Sebuufu, a bodyguard for an opposition leader, is being held in detention. The general's statement online has resulted in public anger, and calls for Sebuufu's release are being made using the hashtag #FreeEddieMutwe.Key Facts
- Edward Sebuufu, also known as Eddie Mutwe, the bodyguard for an opposition leader, went missing five days ago.
- Uganda's military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, confirmed that Sebuufu is in detention.
- Sebuufu's detention sparked public anger, and people are demanding his release through the hashtag #FreeEddieMutwe on social media.
- General Kainerugaba has previously made controversial comments on social media and deleted his account multiple times.
- Opposition leader Bobi Wine has asked for a rally in the capital city of Kampala, arguing that his bodyguard is being unlawfully held and mistreated.
- The Uganda Law Society called for Sebuufu's release, suggesting his detention is part of a larger pattern to silence political dissent.
- There are no formal legal charges or precise location given for Sebuufu's detention.
- Sebuufu's arrest has not been confirmed by any police station, according to police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke.
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