President Yoweri Museveni has accused veteran journalist Andrew Mwenda of returning with what he described as “new schemes” aimed at diverting attention from serious issues facing Uganda.Museveni made the remarks while responding to Mwenda’s criticism of Stephen Nuwagaba, a young man the President said suffered torture, injuries and threats from some security personnel.
According to Museveni, Nuwagaba approached him after allegedly being mistreated by individuals within security agencies and required medical treatment both in Uganda and abroad.The President questioned why some people were attacking Nuwagaba instead of focusing on allegations against security officers accused of abuse.
Museveni said torture and extra-judicial actions have never been part of his leadership principles, adding that officers accused of wrongdoing must face the law.He also accused Mwenda of previously attacking local pharmaceutical innovators and claimed the journalist had now turned his attention to Nuwagaba.
Museveni warned that the country’s bigger challenges include corruption, abuse of authority and individuals who hide information from leaders.He urged Ugandans to focus on fighting corruption and protecting public institutions instead of being distracted by what he called attempts to shift attention from national problems.(For adverts, inquiries news, send us a message on +211929244599)
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