The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has emphasised the need for compensation for persons subjected to gross violations of their rights.

Tayebwa made the proposal following a report by the Committee on Human Rights that revealed that some prisoners across the country have been detained for over 28 years without trial.
He expressed visible dismay, describing the situation as both unacceptable and negligent. “It is incomprehensible that someone could be held in prison for 28 years without appearing before a court. These things feel like stories in movies,” he remarked.
“This matter goes beyond just the release of two prisoners, it reflects systemic negligence. We must address it holistically to ensure it does not happen again,” he said, questioning why Parliament had not addressed the issue earlier.
The report, tabled by the committee chairperson, Hon. Fox Odoi-Oywelowo, also the Member of Parliament for West Budama North East County, highlighted glaring issues of prolonged pre-trial detention.
“Justice delayed is justice denied,” the report emphasised, urging the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs to tackle the systemic barriers impeding access to justice.
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