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United Nations in Uganda has received a petition from the National Unity Platform (NUP) on alleged human rights violations.
UN Wednesday said it will study the petition and take appropriate measures.
A journalist bleeding“In accordance with established procedures, OHCHR will immediately study these allegations and take the appropriate actions. The United Nations Resident Coordinator will share copies of this petition with the host government and United Nations Headquarters. The United Nations in Uganda wishes to recognize that the Uganda Police Force Very Important Persons Protection Unit (VVIPU) abided by established procedures which enabled the NUP leadership to have a peaceful meeting at the OHCHR office in Kampala,” the UN said.
UN, however, condemned the brutality meted out against journalists and people who had accompanied Robert Kyagulanyi to their office.
Several journalists and NUP supporters, some of whom included Members of Parliament, were brutalised by Military Police.
According to UN, this behaviour contravenes the agreement with the Government of Uganda regarding the safety and security of UN premises, personnel and guests as well as national and international commitments.
“The Republic of Uganda is a member of the United Nations and has conveyed in the past its commitment to peace, justice, human rights and development. The UN calls on the Government to immediately investigate this incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice,” the UN said.
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