The wife of detained People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) president Erias Lukwago has expressed concern over his health following his remand to Luzira Prison, saying years of alleged torture and physical abuse have left him requiring specialized medical care.
Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Law Society offices, Zawedde Lubwama said her husband has endured a heavy physical toll due to his activism and human rights work.
Lubwama said some of Lukwago’s injuries date back to earlier arrests, including an incident in Wandegeya where he was allegedly mishandled by security personnel.
“He got a problem in his back. It was because of some incident in Rwanda where they threw him down because they arrested him,” she said.
She added that the injuries have required ongoing treatment, with doctors prescribing a strict recovery regimen.
Lubwama further said she was alarmed by his condition after his latest arrest, claiming that he reported being tortured while in detention.
She also said Lukwago suffers from breathing complications and lung-related conditions, which make his detention more concerning.
Lubwama questioned the decision to remand him to Luzira Prison, arguing that he should have been taken to a medical facility instead.
Lukwago was arrested by security operatives on Monday and held for several hours before being produced in court and remanded on charges related to misprision of treason.
Lubwama thanked Lukwago’s legal team, family members and supporters for standing with him during the case, as well as Ugandans who have expressed solidarity online.
She also criticized what she described as the manner of his treatment by authorities, saying it had undermined his contributions and embarrassed the country.
Lubwama called for broader public solidarity, urging Ugandans not to remain silent in the face of injustice.
She added that the family remains hopeful for bail but uncertain about the outcome.