Controversy Surrounds Uganda's Opposition Figure Abduction

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition politician, was allegedly kidnapped during an event in Kenya, transported to Uganda, and is reportedly held in a military prison. His detention is part of ongoing tensions between Uganda's government and opposition leaders, with accusations of human rights violations against President Museveni's administration.

Kizza Besigye, a leading Ugandan opposition figure, was allegedly abducted during a book launch in Kenya and moved to Uganda, where he is reportedly held in a Kampala military jail, his wife Winnie Byanyima stated.

Besigye, who ran against President Yoweri Museveni four times, contests the election outcomes and claims chronic fraud and intimidation. His wife urgently called for his immediate release.

This incident underscores persistent accusations of human rights abuses against Museveni's government, known for detaining opposition figures and allegedly conducting illegal arrests.

(With inputs from agencies.)