Ugandan security forces arrested prominent opposition lawyer and former Kampala mayor Erias Lukwago at his home this Monday morning.
Armed operatives scaled the perimeter fence of his residence before taking the high-profile politician to an undisclosed location.
The sudden arrest sparked intense outrage among domestic human rights advocates, who heavily condemned the state’s aggressive maneuvers.
Lukwago is currently leading the defense team for veteran opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who faces serious treason charges.
The detention occurred just as Lukwago prepared to serve court summons to General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s powerful army chief.
This legal challenge follows alleged death threats made by the military commander against opposition critics on public social media.
Following the raid, Kainerugaba posted inflammatory messages online, boasting about inflicting deep hurt and pain on the politician.
The general posted a photograph of the detained lawyer, chillingly mocking the legal system’s attempt to question his authority.
Lukwago’s wife publicly denounced the abduction, comparing the current oppressive political atmosphere to the brutal regime of Idi Amin.
Exiled opposition leaders emphasized that targeting a defense attorney represents a blatant assault on judicial independence and human rights.
The state apparatus has refused to provide details regarding the charges, leaving the legal community in total suspense.