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Rev. Fr. Maniragaba also criticized unprofessional security forces for fostering a culture of brutality.
KABALE: The Curate of Our Lady of Good Shepherd Rushoroza Cathedral in Kabale Diocese, Rev. Fr. Garaciano Maniragaba has urged Ugandans to speak out against government and security forces’ inhumane treatment of citizens.
During his homily at Morning Mass on Friday, Fr. Maniragaba condemned the widespread torture, stating that those responsible have lost their humanity. He lamented that violence has shifted from targeting criminals to victimizing innocent citizens and leaders.
Citing a viral video of police dragging a woman through the mud in Mbarara, he called for national repentance. Rev. Fr. Maniragaba also criticized unprofessional security forces for fostering a culture of brutality. He urged Christians to reflect on their own actions, highlighting that cruelty extends beyond security forces.
He questioned the effectiveness of parliamentary and state prayer breakfasts. He called on Christians to use the Lenten season to pray for the release of political prisoners, including Dr. Kizza Besigye, who faces treason charges.
CUE IN REV FR MANIRAGABA…..ON GOV’T & SECURITY………RR.ENG//
