Deputy Speaker Tayebwa says Besigye will not be released until treason trial concludes

At a press briefing at Rukungiri District Council Hall, Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, speaking for President Museveni, said Kizza Besigye and co-accused Obeid Lutale would stay in custody until their treason trial ends, and blamed delays on the defence. Ministers Chris Baryomunsi and Jim Muhwezi said the President cannot intervene while the case is before court. The article says Rukungiri residents accuse the government of politically targeting Besigye.