Former Forum for Democratic change party President Dr. Kizza Besigye wrote a heartfelt letter from Luzira Upper Prison addressing his supporters and the public as the Christmas season approaches.
In the letter titled “Freedom, Justice and Love for All During Christmas,” Besigye reflects on the enduring struggles for freedom and justice drawing parallels from Biblical accounts to Uganda’s current political climate.
Besigye likens the oppressive governance in Uganda to the biblical era of the Roman Empire, where rulers prioritized power over justice. He recalls King Herod’s infamous brutality, ordering the massacre of male children to protect his throne, as an example of the lengths corrupt leaders go to retain power.
He also draws comparisons between Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor who presided over the trial of Jesus, and current governance challenges. Pilate, according to Besigye, symbolized the corruption and lack of accountability in leadership qualities that he argues are mirrored in Uganda today.
Quoting from the Gospel of Luke, Besigye highlights Jesus Christ’s mission to liberate the oppressed, proclaiming: “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor… to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed.”
Using this scripture, Besigye emphasizes his unwavering belief in the triumph of justice and freedom over oppression, urging his supporters to remain steadfast in their efforts to challenge injustice.
Dr. Kiiza Besigye and his comrade Hajji Obeid Lutale are on remand in Luzira Prison until January, 7th 2025 over charges of illegal possession of firearms in Kenya and holding meetings in Greece and Switzerland with the intent to disrupt the security of the Ugandan army.
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