Drama unfolded in Parliament this afternoon as a group of opposition Members of Parliament (MPs), led by Leader of the Opposition (LOP), Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi, staged a walkout in protest of ongoing government actions.
The walkout occurred during a tense plenary session, reportedly in response to what Hon. Ssenyonyi described as “continued injustices and the government’s disregard for accountability.”
“We cannot continue to sit in silence while the rights of Ugandans are trampled and the voices of the people are ignored,” Hon. Ssenyonyi declared before exiting the House.
The Speaker of Parliament attempted to calm the situation, urging MPs to remain in session, but the opposition bloc remained resolute and left the chambers.
🔍 What Sparked the Walkout?
Sources close to Parliament reveal the standoff may have been triggered by:
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Alleged human rights abuses by security forces
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Suppression of freedom of expression
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Concerns over transparency in national resource allocation
This latest walkout underscores growing tensions between the government and the opposition, just weeks after Parliament reconvened for the new legislative calendar.
🗣️ Public Reaction
The dramatic move by opposition MPs has ignited conversations on social media, with many Ugandans praising the bold action, while others call for dialogue and unity in the House.
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