KAMPALA — The acting president of the National Unity Platform, Lina Zedriga, has alleged that she was abducted and interrogated by unknown individuals, as political tensions within the country continue to draw concern.
Zedriga, alongside the party’s deputy for Western Uganda Jacklyn Jolly Tukamushaba, addressed a joint press briefing at the party headquarters in Makerere Kavule, where they recounted what they described as a traumatic ordeal.
The two leaders said they were taken by unidentified operatives and subjected to interrogation, although details surrounding the incident remain unclear.
Pledges to continue leadership role
Zedriga, who is currently serving in an acting capacity, said she would continue executing her responsibilities despite the incident.
She was appointed to oversee party affairs in the absence of NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi, who is out of the country on official engagements.
In her remarks, Zedriga struck a defiant tone, reaffirming her commitment to the party’s leadership and activities.
Rising political concern
The alleged abduction adds to a series of complaints by opposition figures who have in the past accused security agencies of harassment and unlawful detention—claims authorities have often denied.
By press time, there had been no official response from security agencies regarding the allegations.
Party operations ongoing
Despite the incident, NUP leaders said party operations would continue uninterrupted, with Zedriga emphasising the need to remain focused on their political agenda.
The development is likely to intensify scrutiny over the treatment of opposition actors as the country moves closer to future political processes.
