NUP Claims 3,000 Supporters Detained Over ‘Unknown Charges’

Kampala, Uganda — The National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary General, David Lewis Rubongoya, has claimed that more than 3,000 supporters of the party are currently in detention across the country over what he described as “unknown or unclear charges.”

Speaking during a party briefing, Rubongoya said NUP has so far managed to trace and verify only 616 detained supporters, warning that thousands more remain unaccounted for within the justice system.

According to the opposition official, many families have reportedly struggled to locate relatives allegedly arrested during recent political activities and election-related operations.

He argued that the lack of transparent records and formal charge documentation raises concerns about due process and the protection of constitutional rights.Rubongoya called on security agencies and government institutions to provide clear information regarding the arrests, including the locations where detainees are being held and the specific charges they face.

He also urged human rights organizations and legal bodies to intervene and monitor the situation closely.Authorities had not immediately issued an official response to the allegations by press time. However, security agencies in previous statements have maintained that all arrests are conducted within the framework of the law and are based on suspected criminal activity rather than political affiliation.

The claims come amid heightened political tensions following the recently concluded general elections, which have been contested by sections of the opposition.

NUP leaders say they will continue documenting cases and offering legal support to affected supporters while pushing for accountability and transparency from state institutions.