The presiding Judge Singizi Douglas expressed grave concerns about Besigye's condition, stating, "If a prisoner is sick, I can't continue with him. He might faint."
Besigye, who has been on a hunger strike for several days protesting his detention, appeared visibly frail in court. Despite mounting public pressure and his worsening health, state authorities have maintained his detention.
His wife, Winnie Byanyima, has previously highlighted the severity of his health issues, noting that his kidneys are showing signs of damage.
The opposition leader's continued incarceration has ignited widespread protests across the nation, with supporters in Mbarara, Bushenyi, Kasese, Rukungiri and Kampala taking to the streets to demand for his immediate release.
In response to the court's decision, Besigye's legal team has filed for an immediate release order, arguing that his prolonged imprisonment without adequate medical care constitutes a violation of his fundamental rights.
As tensions escalate, security forces have established a heavy presence around the courthouse, anticipating potential demonstrations from his supporters.
Human rights organizations and international observers are closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing the critical need for the judiciary to address the health and human rights concerns surrounding his detention.
But after being taken to the civilian court, the judge has stated that the hearing couldn't proceed stating that Besigye would have collapsed.
This was after it was reported that Besigye went on a hunger strike 7 days ago to protest his prolonged detention after he was allegedly abducted from Nairobi, Kenya, in November 2024 and whisked back to Uganda.
He and his aide Mr. Obeid Lutale who was arrested with him, were later produced before the General Court Martial in Makindye where they were subsequently charged with illegal possession of firearms.
This is happening at the same time when President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon Ugandans to ask themselves why Besigye was arrested.
According to the reports given by Museveni, Ugandans have been asking the wrong questions.
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