Besigye Alleges Duress in Court Appearance, Sparking Legal Battle
Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye claims he was forcibly brought to court without legal counsel, escalating tensions in his ongoing trial. This dramatic development unfolds amidst legal maneuvers, as prosecutors push to proceed despite defense objections regarding representation and evidence. The high-stakes legal tussle highlights critical questions about due process and political justice in Uganda.
[Nile Post] Besigye tells court he was brought under duress and appeared without legal representation. Prosecution says repeated absence of defence lawyers is delaying the trial and seeks to proceed. Defence insists pending applications on legal representation and disclosure of e
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