Emmanuel Nigel: The Trial and Remand of Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira.

By Emmanuel Nigel

Piemonte House

Date: Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

The trial and continued remand of Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira, first on allegations of Subversive Activities and later on Money Laundering, appear unrealistic and deeply troubling when viewed through the lens of Logic, Justice, and Due Process. The shifting nature of the charges alone raises legitimate concerns about the prosecution's credibility and intent. The Trial and Remand of Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira is sad. His remand is a distress.

In a Democratic Society, Legal Processes must be free from Political Influence, Personal Vendettas, and Intimidation. The case of Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira a Catholic Priest from Masaka Catholic Diocese who was abducted on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025, as it currently stands, calls for careful re-examination to ensure that Justice is not only done but is seen to be done. His remand until Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 is unrealistic. Anything less risks setting a dangerous precedent where accusations replace evidence and remand becomes a tool of oppression rather than a safeguard of Justice.

I believe that Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira is a devoted Servant of God whose priestly ministry reflects deep Faith, Humility, and Compassion for all people. Through his Preaching, Pastoral Care, and Daily Example, he has touched many lives and strengthened the spiritual growth of the Communities he serves and the Parishioners of his Parish as the Curate of Bumangi Parish in Masaka Catholic Diocese. The Best Words to exclaim now are "Justice for Fr. Deusdedit Ssekabira."