The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kabale has granted bail to Jolly Jackline Tukamushaba, the Deputy President for Western Uganda of the National Unity Platform (NUP).
Tukamushaba, who contested for the Rukiga District Woman Member of Parliament seat on the NUP ticket, was allegedly abducted on January 14, 2026, while distributing agents’ appointment letters and facilitation.
She resurfaced three weeks later in custody and was later presented before court.
On February 6, 2026, she was charged before Chief Magistrate Derrick Byamugisha with inciting violence, contrary to Section 79(1) of the Penal Code Act, Cap 128, and remanded to Ndorwa Government Prison until February 24, 2026.
Prosecution told court that between December 2025 and January 2026, Tukamushaba allegedly incited members of the public to commit acts of violence in Rukiga, Kabale, and Rukungiri districts.
The state further alleged that she urged individuals to attack supporters of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) based on their political affiliation. She pleaded not guilty to all charges.
On Thursday, Tukamushaba was produced in court following a production warrant application by her lawyer, Godwin Masereka.
Through her legal team, she presented four sureties: Leopold Twesigye, Emmanuel Turyasigura, Twesigye Luke, and Jiripina Kamusiime.
Chief Magistrate Derrick Byamugisha granted her cash bail of Shs1 million and bonded each of the four sureties at Shs5 million non-cash.
“The accused has the right to apply for bail. The state has not specifically shown court how the accused will interfere with the community,” Byamugisha ruled.
The case was adjourned to February 24, 2026, for mention.
