Release political prisoners since elections are done- Mufti Mubajje
Thursday May 13 2021
The Mufti of Uganda sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje during Eid prayers at Uganda National Mosque, Old Kampala on May 13, 2021. PHOTOS/ DAVID LUBOWA
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Sheikh Mahmood Kibaate, the deputy Supreme Mufti of Kibuli-based Muslim faction tasked Mr Museveni’s ‘new’ government to prioritise the security and protection of Ugandans and their property.
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The Mufti of Uganda sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubajje Thursday called for unity among Ugandans and urged the president and the government to release all political prisoners.
“Let them be released, let them enjoy their freedom with families. Some of them are Muslims and would love to celebrate Eid with their families,” Sheikh Mubajje said during Eid prayers at Uganda National Mosque, Old Kampala before reechoing president Museveni’s message that elections are over.
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Friday February 26 2021
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MALIK FAHAD JJINGO
MASAKA- Sheik Buruhane Bagunduuse, the Masaka District Khadhi, who was recently suspended over alleged incompetence has refused to hand over office.
The Secretary for Religious Affairs at the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC), Sheik Muhammad Murshid Luwemba, on instructions of Mufti Sheik Shaban Ramadhan Mubajje suspended Sheik Bagunduuse pending investigations.
According to a February, 19 2021 letter, Sheik Bagunduuse’s suspension is premised on reported inefficiency that was highlighted in a reported which was handed over to UMSC by the Masaka Muslim District Council Committee.
“In the interim, you are instructed to hand over office and all UMSC belongings including the vehicle registration number UAY 815A to Sheik Wasajja Badru Huzair who will take care of the office on Friday February 26, 2021 at midday ,” the letter reads in part .