Obeid Lutale

The treason case hearing involving opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Obeid Lutale, was stalled when both failed to appear before the High Court, causing uncertainty about the proceedings. The court session could not proceed due to the defendants' absence.

Lawyers for Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale accuse Luzira Prison of obstructing court preparation by denying access to materials needed to review prosecution evidence. The prison authorities are alleged to have blocked access to key materials required for the upcoming hearing.