“On That One, I Don’t Agree With Museveni’s Gov’t!! Owiny-Dollo Stands Firm On Ban Against Military Trials For Civilians

Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo has dismissed the idea that his landmark ruling against trying civilians in military courts required courage. For him, it was never about bravery—it was about following the law and honoring his oath.

“I never required even an iota of courage to interpret the Constitution versus the UPDF Act. No courage at all,” Owiny-Dollo told attendees at the 8th Benedicto Kiwanuka Memorial Lecture.

In January, the Supreme Court, led by Owiny-Dollo, ruled that military courts cannot try civilians. TO READ MORE, TAP HERE