Kabanda described how she was violently ejected from the chambers by unidentified security personnel who stormed the House. “My dress was torn; I was actually stripped,” she stated, urging Speaker Anita Among to order a probe into the actions of those involved. The incident has raised serious concerns about the treatment of MPs and the use of force in parliamentary proceedings.
On that day, Speaker Among had suspended 12 opposition MPs for allegedly disrupting parliamentary proceedings. As tensions escalated, security personnel intervened, leading to the forceful removal of several legislators, including Kabanda and others who were not part of the suspended group. The incident has reignited discussions about security protocols within Parliament and the treatment of opposition members.
Kabanda’s emotional appeal highlighted not only her personal humiliation but also broader issues regarding the safety and dignity of female legislators in Uganda. She emphasized that such actions undermine democratic principles and called for accountability from those responsible for her mistreatment.