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NUP deputy spokesperson Mufumbiro and aspirant Madaada charged with unlawful drilling, remanded to Luzira

Civic Space & Media Freedom Verified Kampala 10 Sep 2025 Severity: 2/5

NUP deputy spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro and Kampala Central aspirant Saudah Madaada were charged at Kawempe Grade One Magistrates Court with unlawful drilling and conspiracy to commit a felony over an alleged February 2025 gathering at NUP offices in Makerere-Kavule, the Daily Monitor reports. They were added to a case against Kyagulanyi's security aides; all nine accused pleaded not guilty and were remanded to Luzira Prison until 29 September, while Mufumbiro told the court the charges were politically motivated.

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