EDITOR
Bishop Nassan Ibrahim Turyamureeba, leader of Daystar International Ministries in Mbarara, has called on President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to release Rtd. Col. Dr. Kiiza Besigye, citing his advanced age and deteriorating health.
Speaking during prayers attended by members of the Pentecostal community, Bishop Turyamureeba referred to President Museveni as “his brother” and appealed for compassion, asking that Dr. Besigye be granted court bail to access quality medical care and attend court proceedings from home.
“As a community of religious institutions, we believe that Dr. Besigye, like any other human being, deserves freedom and dignity — especially at his age,” Bishop Turyamureeba said. “We are united as Pentecostals in asking President Museveni to allow Dr. Besigye to access proper medical attention and report to court from home instead of being confined in jail.”
Bishop Turyamureeba, a long-time NRM supporter who says he has consistently voted for the party since 1996, emphasized that his appeal is rooted in fairness and humanity rather than politics.
He also prayed for Uganda’s political leaders to work towards peaceful, free, and fair elections in 2026, reminding them that “Uganda is for everyone and will remain forever.”
The Bishop concluded by saying that the church has done its part by petitioning the President, and if the request is not honored, the responsibility will rest with the Head of State.
