During court proceedings at Kawempe Magistrates Court in the case of Eddie Mutwe and others, NUP Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa stepped out briefly to attend to other matters. Joel Ssenyonyi, a party spokesperson, posted that Waiswa had left the courtroom for a short period before the shocking incident occurred.
As he was leaving, Waiswa was violently grabbed and pushed by military personnel. Witnesses reported that he was forced into a silver Noah vehicle, registration number UAK 368K, and taken to an unknown location. The attack happened in broad daylight, leaving many bystanders and court attendees stunned.
The incident has sparked outrage among NUP supporters and the general public, who have described the military’s actions as both cowardly and criminal. Many see it as an example of political intimidation, aiming to silence opposition voices even during legal proceedings.
Political analysts say that this kind of behavior undermines the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary. Courtrooms, they argue, should be safe spaces for legal processes, free from fear of harassment or violence by security forces.
Party officials have called for the immediate release of Waiswa and demanded accountability for the military officers involved. They argue that no one should be forcibly taken from a court session while exercising their legal rights or attending to personal matters.
The abduction has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about political freedom and safety for opposition members in Uganda. It raises questions about how secure citizens, especially political actors, can feel even while engaging in official court matters.
As of now, Waiswa’s whereabouts remain unknown, and NUP supporters are closely monitoring the situation. The incident highlights the tense political climate and the extreme measures sometimes used to intimidate opposition leaders.
