In a bold move, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly denounced the recent Supreme Court ruling that prohibits the trial of civilians in military courts, urging his father, President Yoweri Museveni, to overturn the decision promptly.
The Supreme Court's ruling, delivered in December 2024, declared that military courts lack the jurisdiction to try civilians, emphasizing that such courts are intended solely for military personnel and function as disciplinary committees within the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF).
Gen. Kainerugaba expressed his disagreement with the court's decision, stating that it undermines the military's ability to maintain national security and discipline.
He argued that certain offenses committed by civilians, especially those involving national security, should fall under the purview of military courts to ensure swift and effective justice.
This stance places Gen. Kainerugaba at odds with legal activists and human rights organizations that have long criticized the trial of civilians in military courts, arguing that it violates constitutional rights and lacks transparency.
The Supreme Court's ruling has been a subject of intense debate, with various stakeholders, including legal experts and government officials, expressing differing opinions on its implications for the justice system and national security.
As the nation awaits President Museveni's response to his son's appeal, the discourse highlights the ongoing tension between upholding constitutional rights and addressing security concerns within Uganda's legal framework.
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