The complaint was lodged by lawyers Joshua Byamazima and Tony Tumukunde, who argued that Ssemakadde’s comments were not only offensive but also damaging to Abodo’s reputation. They requested the court to issue criminal summons against him so he could respond to these charges formally.
Ssemakadde’s legal representation strongly opposed this request, asserting that their client had not received any direct complaint from Abodo herself. Bazekuketta, one of his attorneys, described Byamazima and Tumukunde as “mischievous,” suggesting their motives were questionable. He emphasized that without a formal complaint from the alleged victim, there was no basis for the court’s involvement.
The courtroom witnessed a heated exchange between both parties, with accusations flying back and forth regarding professionalism and ethics in legal practice. As discussions progressed, Ssemakadde’s team called for a dismissal of the charges based on constitutional rights to fair hearings and proper legal procedures.
This case has drawn significant attention not only for its implications for Ssemakadde but also for its potential impact on public perceptions of Uganda’s legal system and its leaders.