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Stop the Judicial Irregularities!” — Lands Minister Nabakooba Backs Deputy RDC Mwanjuzi in Fierce Legal Storm Over Zigoti Property Saga
Mityana, Uganda A new twist has emerged in the Zigoti property saga as the Deputy Resident District Commissioner (DRDC) for Mityana, Prossy Mwanjuzi, has gone on the offensive, condemning what she calls “gross judicial irregularities and abuse of process” in a controversial court ruling issued against her. Mwanjuzi, who has been at the forefront of fighting land fraud and protecting community interests in Mityana, filed a strong legal challenge at the High Court of Uganda in Mubende, seeking to overturn what she termed a fraudulently obtained judgment in the Zigoti property case. The DRDC insists she was acting in her official capacity to mediate a heated property dispute and restore order in a case that had raised community tension. She now demands that the October 8th ruling — which she says was made in her absence and without due hearing — be nullified. “I can’t stand these illegalities! Justice must not be twisted to reward fraud. We must defend due process and the truth,” Mwanjuzi told reporters after filing her application. Her affidavit, filed by M/s K. Christopher Advocates & Solicitors, outlines how the disputed ruling was delivered in a manner that undermines constitutional principles of fair hearing. Mwanjuzi argues that the entire process was compromised and that the judgment was entered in her absence, despite her being a party with legal representation. Minister Nabakooba Intervenes The controversy has drawn the attention of the Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Judith Nabakooba, who has called for a thorough investigation into the matter. Speaking on Wednesday, Nabakooba expressed concern over what she described as “growing cases of judicial bias and procedural errors” in property-related rulings. “We respect the independence of the Judiciary, but we must also protect Ugandans from the misuse of judicial processes. I call upon the Chief Justice to review how some judicial officers are handling land matters — because when due process is compromised, justice loses meaning,” Nabakooba emphasized. The minister commended Mwanjuzi for her courage in standing up against what she termed “systemic injustices,” saying her action represents a fight for accountability within the rule of law. Public Support and Wider Implications Across Mityana and Zigoti, residents have rallied behind Mwanjuzi, praising her consistency in addressing land fraud, tenant protection, and community mediation. Local leaders say her intervention prevented a potential illegal takeover of contested property, urging government institutions to “stand with officers who defend the people.” Her supporters argue that the court decision appears to have been rushed and influenced, calling for a wider inquiry into possible collusion among certain judicial officers.Mwanjuzi’s legal petition now seeks: A certiorari order to quash the October 8th ruling;A stay of execution on its enforcement;A declaration that the ruling was obtained through fraudulent means; andCompensation and costs, should the court find she acted lawfully. The Bigger PictureObservers say the case could redefine how far executive officers like RDCs can go when intervening in land matters, and how judicial officers handle cases involving government representatives. For her part, Mwanjuzi says she will not relent: “I have always served Mityana and Uganda with integrity. I stood for justice, and I’ll keep standing for it — no matter who tries to silence the truth.” As the legal storm brews, eyes are now on the Chief Justice’s office to see how the judiciary responds to the growing pressure for internal review and reform in handling land and property cases across Uganda.
