The High Court in Kampala is set to deliver its decision on August 22, 2025, regarding a bail application filed by Anthony Agaba, popularly known as Bobi Young.
Bobi Young, a National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter has been held on remand for close to a year without trial.
He appeared before Criminal Division Judge Emmanuel Baguma on Monday, seeking mandatory bail through his legal team led by George Musisi.
He cited prolonged detention, having spent over 200 days on remand since being charged with unlawful possession of military items before the now-defunct General Court Martial.
In an affidavit submitted to the court, Agaba stated that he has never been formally informed of any charges against him, nor has he been presented before a competent court of record.
He also confirmed his fixed residence in Mutungo Zone 2, Nakawa Division, Kampala the location where he was arrested.
To secure his release, Agaba presented three sureties; Businessman Ian Lwanga, Katikamu South, Kyotera County MP Johnpaul Mpalanyi Lukwago and MP Denis Sekabira, all residing within the jurisdiction of the court.
He assured the court he would not interfere with ongoing investigations and would comply with any bail conditions set.
The prosecution, represented by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), has yet to respond to the bail application.
The court has ordered both parties to exchange written submissions before making a ruling.
This bail request follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on January 31, 2025, which declared the trial of civilians in military courts unconstitutional.
The ruling has sparked renewed demands from relatives, opposition figures, and human rights activists for the release of civilians particularly NUP members detained without trial after being prosecuted in military courts.
Since the Supreme Court decision, lawyers for the NUP have filed multiple mandatory bail applications on behalf of detainees who have exceeded the constitutional 180-day remand limit without trial.
