Former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has spoken out after resurfacing following 19 days of disappearance, giving a disturbing account of what he says happened during the period he was missing.
Kivumbi, who is the National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for the Central Region, told the Butambala Chief Magistrate’s Court that he was taken away in a “drone” vehicle, blindfolded and transported to an unknown location.
He alleged that he was kept in a small room with a bathroom, where he was repeatedly beaten by people who held him captive.
“Every single person took a turn to beat, to kick, to do everything they wanted until I was hit on the head and blood was coming out,” Kivumbi told court.
He claimed he later received medical attention but remained confined in the same room for the entire 19 days before resurfacing at Nateete Police Station.
Kivumbi appeared in court facing charges of inciting violence, which he denied, saying he was being targeted because of his political activities.
His lawyer, Medard Sseggona, said Kivumbi suffered injuries during the alleged ordeal, while opposition supporters and human rights groups have raised concerns over his disappearance.
Security agencies have previously denied involvement in unlawful detentions and maintained that suspects are handled according to the law.(For adverts, inquiries news, send us a message on +211929244599)
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