The High Court in Kampala has ordered the release of lawyer and rights activist Eron Kiiza passport, which had been held by the court since January as part of his bail conditions in a contempt of court case stemming from proceedings before the General Court Martial during the trial of opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye.
Speaking to the Uncovered Ug media team shortly after the ruling, Kiiza welcomed the decision, describing it as a relief after what he termed “a ruined and winding journey” to recover his personal document.
Kiiza said he now intends to travel abroad for rest and treatment, stating firmly that it is not the government’s place to dictate where Ugandans can seek medical care or recuperation. “I don’t want the government of Uganda to tell me where to get treatment or where to rest. That is an abomination,” he said.
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In a defiant tone, the human rights lawyer emphasized that Ugandans must stand firm in asserting their constitutional rights. “You must be strong, assertive, and unapologetic. It does not help to be cowardly when your rights are under attack,” he told our news media.
Eron Kiiza hinted that had he not spoken out, he might never have recovered his travel document. He also claimed he knew how to leave the country without a passport but chose to fight the matter through legal channels.
In conclusion, the passport had been withheld after Kiiza was charged with contempt of court during a contentious appearance at the General Court Martial earlier this year in a case involving former FDC president Dr. Kizza Besigye.
written by @enock katamba
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