Winnie Byanyima, the wife of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, announced that he was allegedly kidnapped in Kenya and is currently detained in a Ugandan military prison.

Byanyima raised concerns about the legality of Besigye's detention, emphasizing that he is not a soldier and should not be held in a military facility.

She is demanding the Ugandan government release her husband and allow family members and legal representatives access to him.

This incident underscores the ongoing tensions between the Ugandan government and opposition figures, particularly under President Yoweri Museveni's long-standing rule.

The Ugandan government has not publicly commented on Besigye's situation, and Kenya's foreign affairs permanent secretary denied any involvement in the incident.

A spokesperson for the Ugandan police stated they have no information regarding Besigye's custody, while a representative of the military was unavailable for comment.

One of Besigye's lawyers confirmed his detention and indicated that he is expected to appear in a military court for an initial hearing later today.

Authorities have accused Besigye of inciting violence, which has led to various charges against him.

Besigye has a long history of opposing Museveni's government, which has faced numerous accusations of human rights abuses.

Having previously served as Museveni’s personal physician, Besigye has contested four presidential elections against him since Museveni came to power in 1986.

Despite allegations of human rights violations, Ugandan officials deny these claims and assert that arrests are conducted legally.

Supporters and party officials gathered at Makindye barracks in Kampala, awaiting Besigye's court appearance.