Dominic Adeeda

Citizen • Attorney at law ⚖️ • Board Member •

Re-tweets are not Endorsements•

[Dominic Adeeda @DOMINICADEEDA]

"...the Constitution will endure as a vital charter of human liberty as long as there are those with the courage to defend it, the vision to interpret it, and the fidelity to live by it." ~ William J. Brennan

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

Soon, world leaders will gather here at the @UN General Assembly to find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges.

This is my last #UNGA as Secretary-General and my message is clear: We need international dialogue, cooperation and collective action — now more than ever.

I will not give up the fight for a better world for everyone.

[Buganda Kingdom @BugandaKingdom_]

Kitalo; Omukama wa Tooro Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, avudde mu bulamu bwensi. Okusinziira ku Omuhikirwa Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki, Omukama afiiridde mu America.

Tunakuwalira wamu n'abantu b'e Tooro olw'okufiirwa omukulembeze wabwe era abadde ow'omugaso eri eggwanga.

Rest in peace

[Dominic Adeeda @DOMINICADEEDA]

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[Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki @toorokingdompm]

It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the passing of His Majesty the Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, at approximately 10:00 p.m. this evening.

This is an immeasurable loss to the Royal Family, the people of Tooro and the nation of Uganda.

Omukama Atulize.
Enkuba Etutire.

I call upon the people of Tooro to remain united, calm and prayerful during this difficult time.

The continuity of the Crown is assured. His Majesty leaves behind a Prince as his heir, whose identity will be formally revealed at the appropriate time, in accordance with the traditions and customs of Tooro Kingdom.

An official statement will follow with further details, including the funeral and mourning arrangements.

May His Majesty the King rest in eternal peace.

[Dominic Adeeda @DOMINICADEEDA]

@jaspertwesige1 @CavendishUg @LawCavendish Congratulations👏

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

Kofi Annan was my mentor and my friend.

Tuesday marks eight years since his passing.

He was a guiding force for good and his legacy as a global champion for peace remains an inspiration in my life and in my work.

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

Today marks eight years since the passing of former @UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan (1938-2018).

He was a guiding force for good, and a global champion for peace, dignity and multilateralism. Today and every day, we remember him.

https://t.co/lAYInx3pjC

[United Nations @UN]

Tuesday marks eight years since the passing of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, who was regarded by so many as a guiding force for good.

Today and every day, we remember him. https://t.co/GW8fas0Boc

[Dominic Adeeda @DOMINICADEEDA]

@gerald_ndobya Congratulations, Gerald👏

[Phillip Karugaba @PhillipKarugaba]

Proof of life!
We thank God!
Where is the law?
Where is the Constitution? Where the judges?
Where is justice? #SamMugumya

[Prof Jamil Mujuzi @MujuziProf]

These guidelines are unconstitutional and also contrary to Uganda's international human rights obligations. Journalists and members of the public should have access to the court & publish/live stream/ broadcast the proceedings (public trial):
https://t.co/IYMucBznYW

[Dominic Adeeda @DOMINICADEEDA]

Openness is an inherent tenet of our criminal justice system. It promotes public confidence in the administration of justice, ensures that the proceedings are conducted fairly and gives the public an effective monitor over the Judicial process.

[Judiciary Uganda @JudiciaryUG]

Revised Guidelines in the Uganda vs Col Dr. Kizza Besigye & two others trial

[UN Spokesperson @UN_Spokesperson]

.@antonioguterres is closely following recent developments in #Uganda.

He notes with concern reports regarding the detention of political and civic actors, including cases in which the whereabouts of some individuals have not been clearly established.

https://t.co/lw0FHVzMjA

[⚖️ TriteLaw🇺🇬 @TriteLawUG]

Mubiru J on 4-Dec-2023 pg 13✍️Judicial officers should not be afraid of the effect of unpopular but legally sound decision might have on their transfer, elevation, confirmation, promotion or appointment. Unless decisional independence is guaranteed, it would create a temptation⬇️

[KIIZA ERON @kiizaeron]

“I am but a simple human being entrusted with a noble and heavy mandate to do justice to all in line with Article 126 of the Constitution of the republic of Uganda. This is no mean feat. Judicial integrity does not always involve shunning bribes; along with fighting corruption is also the
requirement of a judicial officer to have a strong mind that is only swayed by the law and relevant facts at hand. I owe allegiance to Uganda. I can only take a decision that I can live with; with a clear conscience. As a judicial officer with a Christian Catholic background, I am fortified in the decision I am about to deliver; and pray that God shall be my Judge.” — HW. ATIM SHEILLA GLORIA.

[Joel Ssenyonyi @JoelSsenyonyi]

Finally, Luzira Magistrate’s Court has granted bail to Hon Miria Matembe.

#FreeAllPoliticalPrisoners

[Nelson Havi SC @NelsonHavi]

Today, the most difficult assignment for a litigation Advocate is explaining a ridiculous decision to the client.

I write to the client telling him that the application for judgment, for want of a defense against the Land Registrar, which was unopposed, was dismissed. He calls, “Wakili sielewi.”

I think quickly and remember what a Maasai client told me about a matter. “The Judge has said that your case is too good to be heard by one Judge. It will now be heard by three Judges”, his Advocate told him. He came to understand that they had lost at the High Court five years later when the appeal was determined. Do not laugh.

“Judge amesema hiyo kesi ni mzuri sana. Anataka awaone face to face kabla atuambie kwamba wale jama ni wezi wa shamba” I told him. He seemed satisfied. It was the equivalent of saying that the Court determined that there is a triable issue notwithstanding the fact that the case is undefended. These are the problems we go through because Judges have refused to apply the law.

[BBS TEREFAYINA @bbstvug]

Beene alabudde ku batagoberera mateeka, alagidde abantu basigaze ekitiibwa kyabwe.#BBSAt10

[Winnie Kiiza @WinnieKiiza]

When sanity returns, we will need a new constitution.

#Uganda.

[Galisonga K. Galisonga @JGkibande]

As my friend, client and colleague, the tribulations Lukwago is experiencing, directly pain me. I know his health is failing, and I know the health facilities we have, fall short of the capacity to cope with his treatment, why he has been receiving treatment from abroad. If the law cannot be used to set him free, at least let's exercise humanity.