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U-Turn: Museveni Set to Pardon NUP Detainees, Minister Barugahara Announces

In a stunning turn of events, Uganda’s Minister of Youths and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara, has announced that President Yoweri Museveni is poised to grant pardons to dozens of young people imprisoned for political reasons, coinciding with International Youth Day celebrations on Monday. This unexpected move is seen as a significant concession to the concerns of Uganda’s youth, many of whom have been detained for participating in political activism and protests.

The announcement has sparked a mix of emotions, with some hailing it as a positive gesture by the government, while others remain skeptical about the details and motivations behind the pardon. The number of youth to be released and the conditions of their release remain unclear, leaving many questions unanswered.

This development comes after a tumultuous period of tension between the government and the National Unity Party (NUP), with Barugahara previously criticizing NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi for his “endless attacks” on the government. The Minister had also pledged to help secure the release of NUP supporters, but only if the party refrained from exerting pressure on the President.

The move has been met with scorn from NUP secretary general David Lewis Rubongoya, who accused Barugahara of bringing shame to his office and advised him to revisit the constitution before addressing the media again. Rubongoya sees this as further evidence of Uganda’s dictatorial regime, where the President wields absolute power without regard for legal considerations.

Despite the controversy, Barugahara remains committed to addressing the challenges facing Uganda’s youth, mobilizing efforts to tackle pressing issues and presenting them for consideration in the cabinet. As the country marks International Youth Day, all eyes will be on the President’s decision, hoping for a glimmer of hope and a new dawn for Uganda’s young people.

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