The conviction stems from a TikTok video where Nabugodi called for the public flogging of the president.
Nabugodi pleaded guilty to the charges and has been remanded in custody pending sentencing. The prosecution is seeking a seven-year prison sentence.
This conviction is the latest in a series of cases involving individuals accused of insulting the president or his family. In recent years, Uganda has seen a crackdown on freedom of expression, with journalists, activists, and social media users facing arrest and imprisonment for criticizing the government.
Human rights organizations have condemned these actions, highlighting the government’s intolerance of dissent and its efforts to stifle critical voices. The increasing number of arrests and convictions for online speech raises concerns about the erosion of freedom of expression in Uganda.
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