Politics
Baryomunsi is a shameful liar, says Winnie Byanyima
A fresh war of words has erupted between the government and the family of detained opposition veteran Dr Kizza Besigye after Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi dismissed reports that the four-time presidential candidate is seriously ill while in custody at Luzira Prison. Minister Baryomunsi, who is also the government spokesperson, described claims of Besigye’s deteriorating health…
Bobi Wine is free, not wanted by state – Baryomunsi
Uganda’s Minister of Information, ICT and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, has dismissed claims that opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is being hunted by state security agencies following the disputed January 2026 presidential election. Speaking to the media amid heightened post-election tensions, Baryomunsi, who also serves as the government spokesperson, said…
Museveni seeks dismissal of Kasibante’s 2026 election petition
President Yoweri Museveni has filed a formal response in the Supreme Court, asking for the dismissal of a petition challenging the outcome of the 2026 presidential election lodged by former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante. In his response, submitted through his lawyers Anthony Bazira and Usaama Sebuufu, President Museveni rejects all allegations raised in the petition…
Baryomunsi to Bobi Wine: no need to hide
The government of Uganda has dismissed claims that National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is under threat, saying there is no reason for him to remain in hiding. Speaking on behalf of the government, Information and National Guidance Minister Chris Baryomunsi said Bobi Wine is not being pursued by…
Barbie deserves medal for taking on 40 soldiers – Luzzi
Reactions have continued to pour in from across Uganda’s political and civil society landscape following reports that Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi, wife of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu (Bobi Wine), was assaulted and her home was violently raided by security forces. Among the voices condemning the incident was businessman and politician Abraham Luzzi, whose comments added…