Uganda: Missing Mother and Teenage Daughter to Be Released Tomorrow, Family Says

15 December 2025
Nile Post (Kampala)
By Shamim Nabakooza

Sarah Nambogo and her 13-year-old daughter, Christella Nabisibi, who were reportedly abducted last Friday, December 12, are set to be released tomorrow at 11am, their family lawyer confirmed on Monday.

Counsel Richard Latigo, team captain of Fast & Furious runners club at Kampala Club and legal representative of the family, said he had met the mother and daughter at the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (formerly CMI) at Mbuya Barracks.

"I have seen Sarah and Christella. They are okay and, based on the assurances given, they will be released tomorrow at 11am," Latigo said, adding "I believe the guarantees that have been made."

The development comes on the back of a Writ of Habeas Corpus Ad Subjiciendum that the family filed in the High Court in Kampala on Monday, demanding the immediate production and release of the two, accusing state agents of their abduction.

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The application named the Chief of Defence Forces, the Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security, the Inspector General of Police, and the Attorney General as respondents.

According to the affidavit sworn by Sam Mukalazi, son of Ms Nambogo, the mother and daughter were taken from the Kampala Club premises by armed individuals in civilian clothes using a silver Toyota Noah (Reg. No UBP 791G).

The affidavit notes that both have previously been detained under similar circumstances, raising concerns about their safety and mental well-being.

The legal team argued that detaining the pair for more than the constitutionally guaranteed 48 hours without charges or court appearance is illegal, particularly given the minor's vulnerability.

The court is expected to follow up on the petition to ensure compliance with constitutional protections.

Latigo thanked the public for their prayers and support, noting that the matter had been managed "together" with the cooperation of officials at Mbuya.

The abduction of Ms Nambogo and her daughter comes after that of Fr Deusdedit Ssekabira, a Catholic priest in Masaka, who went missing last month only for the military to confirm he was under their detention on Sunday following mounting pressure.

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