It was drama at Ntungamo district headquarters as Supporters of state minister for labour Hon. Mwesigwa Rukutana demanded for his immediate release.
The rowdy crowd protestes Rukutana’s unnecessary arrest and continued detention, saying he is a victim of political witch-hunt.
According to one Kwarisiima Stellah, the former Antony General was framed by opponents to sink his political career.
She also revealed that the battle has been fueled by tribal rifts as none Bahima are being accused of removing none Bahima from Leadership of Ntungamo district.
Holding placards written on messages calling for the unconditional release of the incumbent Rushenyi County MP, the supporters camped at Ntungamo District headquarters and defended Rukutana.
They said he didn’t shoot anyone as mainstream and social media have reported following the publication of a video showing Rukutana moving to shoot at a car with occupants said to be supporters of his opponent Naomi Kabasharira.
The minister’s supporters further argued that there were outside forces that had were determined to fight him out of Ntungamo politics.
They swore they loved the man who has represented the constituency for almost three decades, describing him as a wealthy citizen whose only motivation in keeping in politics was to improve service delivery.
The group, including youths, further claimed Rukutana had all the support he needed, and that his political enemies should let the majority carry the day.