Adam Ampa Besigye, the son of opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, has made an emotional appeal to President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, asking them to show mercy after his father collapsed during High Court proceedings.
In an open letter, Adam said watching his father collapse was heartbreaking, stressing that his appeal was driven by love for his father rather than politics. He urged the country’s leaders to put humanity above political differences and allow Dr. Besigye to regain his freedom and receive proper medical care.
Dr. Besigye reportedly collapsed after objecting to the court’s decision to continue proceedings while assigning him state-funded lawyers without his consent. The incident has raised fresh concerns about his deteriorating health.Adam said his family believes Dr. Besigye is innocent and warned that Uganda risks losing one of its most prominent political figures if his condition worsens.
He also called for reconciliation, saying he hopes the country will choose compassion over political rivalry.The emotional appeal has sparked widespread public debate as many Ugandans continue to follow Dr. Besigye’s health and ongoing legal case.(For adverts, inquiries news, send us a message on +211929244599)
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