At the Patriotic League of Uganda's headquarters in Naguru, Frank Gashumba drew attention during the handover ceremony of the Secretary General position to Twalla, despite being recently removed from the group's leadership. The event, attended by a large crowd, was marked by Gashumba's assertive presence, as he declared, 'WE ARE NOT LEAVING,' according to Watchdog Uganda.

A recent surge in opposition arrests, military detentions, and treason charges in Uganda indicates a worsening political crisis. Notably, Erias Lukwago, the former Lord Mayor of Kampala and legal representative for Dr. Kizza Besigye, has been implicated in these developments, which include allegations of abduction and torture of political opponents, according to The Independent.

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has requested the Inter-party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD) to permit Dr. Lina Zedriga Waru, the acting party president, to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the party's admission to IPOD. This request was made in a letter dated June 18th from the party's Secretary General, David Lewis Rubongoya.

The state has taken significant actions affecting the treason case against Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Haji Obeid Lutale, within a week. Erias Lukwago, the former Kampala Lord Mayor and Besigye's lead lawyer, is noted as a key figure in this context, raising concerns about the state's apprehensions regarding his influence and that of another prominent figure, Karua.

The arrest of Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has sparked a national debate on power and accountability in Uganda, highlighting concerns over public intimidation. Following Lukwago's detention, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba addressed the situation on social media, reflecting the growing fear among Ugandans regarding potential arrests, according to The Observer.

The ongoing debate regarding the union has been intertwined with internal power struggles within the ruling party, as members of parliament utilize the motion to advance their own agendas. This has led to visible rifts among party members, complicating the discussion surrounding the union, according to The Chanzo.