President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni declared his support for the trial of civilians in the court martial, recognizing its role in addressing gun-related crimes.

According to President Museveni, the court martial has brought peace to the country by taking quick action against criminals, especially in the Karamoja region.

The Law Society of Kenya emphasised its disapproval of such actions against a respected legal professional, voicing its "unreserved support" for Karua and highlighting her esteemed position in the legal profession.

Martha Karua has issued a bold assertion towards the Uganda Law Council (ULC) for its refusal to consider her application for a special temporary practicing certificate.

The trial watch program aimed at monitoring and assessing court proceedings against Col (Rtd.) Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused, Hajj Obeid Lutale.

Besigye and the co-accused Kamulegeya are not the first civilians to appear before the military court; many have been charged, and in the case of Micheal Kabaziguruka, the former MP for Nakawa division, the Constitutional Court held a decision that the General Court Martial has no power to try civilians, though this still continues to happen.

On resuming after the 30-minute adjournment, the Chairperson of the General Court Martial, Brigadier General Freeman Robert Mugabe, ordered that Besigye and the co-accused be brought back to court on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, for mention and ruling.