The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has asked the leadership of the Uganda Police Force to explain its alleged role in the forceful eviction of Muwema & Co. Advocates from their offices in Kololo.
In a letter addressed to the Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, the lawyers’ body said the law firm was evicted on March 6, 2026 from its premises at Plot 50 Windsor Crescent with the support of police officers.
ULS Vice President Anthony Asiimwe said the legality of the eviction has been questioned, prompting the legal fraternity to seek clarification on the circumstances under which police supported the operation.
“The legal profession and the public at large must be assured that law enforcement officers do not lend their authority to processes that fall outside the boundaries of the law,” Asiimwe said.
The society asked police to clarify whether the eviction was authorised by the police leadership and to identify the commanding officer who supervised the operation.
ULS also questioned whether police verified the existence of a lawful court eviction warrant before the operation and whether the Police Directorate of Human Rights and Legal Services issued any legal opinion on the matter.
The lawyers’ body further demanded details of officers who handled confidential client files, electronic records and other sensitive materials belonging to the law firm, including where the materials are currently being kept and the security arrangements in place.
ULS also asked police to explain whether the deployment of A-1 Security Systems Limited during the eviction was authorised in accordance with regulations governing private security organisations.
In addition, the society requested details about the bailiffs who carried out the eviction and asked for an inventory of items removed from the premises, verified by supervising police officers and local authorities.
ULS has given the police five working days to provide the clarification.
The eviction followed a ruling by Justice Patricia Mutesi of the High Court of Uganda, which found that the law firm had breached its lease agreement with Downtown Investments Ltd.
The court cited rent arrears and mesne profits amounting to more than $372,300 for alleged wrongful occupation of the property since 2021.
The firm, led by prominent lawyer Fred Muwema, had argued that it held an option to purchase the property, but the court dismissed the claim and ordered vacant possession of the premises.
Bailiffs later removed office furniture and documents to enforce the court order.
