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“It’s Strange & Oppressive to Deny Me a Voice in Court” Sick Dr Kizza Besigye Writes From Luzira

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Former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye has strongly condemned a recent court ruling that barred him from addressing the court directly during his ongoing treason trial. Writing from Luzira Upper Prison, Besigye labeled the decision as politically motivated, unjust, and an infringement on his rights.

In a personal letter, Besigye expressed his disbelief at being silenced in a case concerning his own freedom. “I find it strange and oppressive if I cannot raise a concern directly in open court,” he wrote, emphasizing the fundamental unfairness of being unable to speak in his own defense.

Besigye further argued that the judge’s decision would only delay his trial unnecessarily. “If each time..TO READ MORE, TAP HERE

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