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Vice President Jessica Alupo has assured that efforts are underway to secure the release of Amuria District Woman MP Margaret Etilu, who remains in detention following her arrest under unclear circumstances.
Alupo made the remarks in response to growing public and parliamentary concern over the continued detention of Etilu, who was reportedly picked up by security operatives on May 23, shortly after visiting former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among’s residence in Kampala.
The Vice President said government is aware of the matter and is engaging relevant security agencies to establish the MP’s whereabouts and facilitate her safe release. However, she did not provide details on where Etilu is currently being held or the specific reasons for her arrest.
Etilu’s continued absence has sparked concern among fellow legislators, civil society actors, and members of the public, who are demanding clarity on her situation amid renewed debate over alleged enforced disappearances in the country.
Several MPs have raised alarm over what they describe as a worrying pattern of individuals being picked up by security operatives and later held incommunicado without formal disclosure of their detention locations or charges.
concern.
