By Jumah Kakomo
Regarding this concern, Kiirya says Democratic Party Lodges Appeal in the Case of Bendicto Kiwanuka Vs Democratic Party
According to him (Kiirya) the Democratic Party hereby declares its intent to file an appeal in response to the recent court ruling rendered in the matter of Bendicto Kiwanuka Vs Democratic Party The court, in its decision, dismissed Mr. Kiwanuka’s plea to invalidate the entire National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party, instead advising him to pursue individual lawsuits against each office bearer should he wish to pursue such action.
Kiirya adds that furthermore, the court acknowledged an error in the removal of Mr. Kiwanuka from the list of candidates and directed the payment of compensation equal to half of his wages. “Nevertheless, it is our steadfast belief that this ruling undermines the fundamental tenets of our party’s constitution, which governs our internal operations and delineates the procedures for leadership transitions,”Kiirya added.
He says it is imperative for the court to acknowledge that political parties establish rules and regulations that govern their functioning.
“The Democratic Party diligently adheres to its constitution, which provides a comprehensive framework for decision-making and leadership changes within the party. Mr. Kiwanuka, cognizant of his disqualification for the position of Secretary General, did not avail himself of the internal mechanisms for appeal within the party,”Kiirya stated.
He further revealed that consequently, the Democratic Party has initiated an appeal against the court’s ruling, seeking to safeguard the integrity of its internal processes and the sanctity of it’s constitutional provisions.
“We remain resolute in upholding the democratic values and principles that form the bedrock of our party,”Kiirya said.
He also said that it is important to note the presence of certain allusions suggesting the possibility of collusion between lawyers in this matter.
- The copy of the alleged Pre prepared list was never attached to the petition, and that matter was never addressed by Mr Nalukoola.
- No regard was made to obtain certified records of the delegates conference from the regulator
- No regard whatsoever was made to the Statutory instrument guiding all meetings under the Public Health Act that was passed and applicable to all meetings during the Covid 19 pandemic .
- No proof of membership was required by Mr Kiwanuka under the yearly renewal and subscription requirements under the Constitution of DP was done.
