His Excellency The President of the Republic of Uganda,
KAMPALA.
Your Excellency,
RE: VIOLENCE AND INTIMIDATION OF CANDIDATES
The Commission wishes to appeal to you, Your Excellency, as the Head of State and fountain of honour in Uganda, to intervene and save the democratic process from disintegration by ensuring peace and harmony in the electoral process.
The Commission has received disturbing reports and complaints of intimidation of Candidates, their agents and supporters which in some cases has resulted in loss of life and property.
In a meeting that the Commission held with Candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye on 22nd February 2001, a number of issues of public concern were raised regarding the way security matters have been handled, particularly during the campaign period.
