Human rights organisation says allegations that Nicholas Opiyo acquired over $300,000 in funds are ‘frivolous’ and ‘fabricated’

Nicholas Opiyo, one of Uganda’s most prominent human rights lawyers, has been charged with money laundering.

Opiyo, known for representing LGBTQ+ people, appeared before magistrates in Kampala on Thursday and was remanded in custody until 28 December.

Related: Uganda detains leading lawyer for LGBT rights on money-laundering charges

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