A former Ugandan soldier, Michael Katungi Mpeirwe, is being held at Luzira prison as Ugandan authorities consider his extradition to the United States. The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has approved the extradition request from the US, forwarding the case to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs for a final decision. Katungi is wanted in the US to face unspecified trial charges. The court’s decision follows a request from the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Further details regarding the charges against Katungi have not yet been released. This development marks a significant step in the potential transfer of the former UPDF soldier to American custody. The Minister's ruling will determine whether Katungi will be extradited to the US to stand trial.