Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused security forces of abducting a National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate in Kampala, amid rising political tension ahead of the 2026 general elections. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Kyagulanyi said Mukiibi Denis, the NUP candidate for Lord Councillor, Kawempe South, was seized…
Kween — On January 5, BBS TV journalist Ivan Mbadi was violently attacked by security forces while covering a roadside campaign stop of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, in Kween District. Officers from the Joint Anti-Terrorism Taskforce restrained Mbadi and destroyed his camera as police deployed teargas to block rallies ahead…
National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has issued an urgent security alert to party leaders and activists, warning of what he described as a renewed operation of abductions and enforced disappearances targeting opposition supporters ahead of the 2026 general elections. In a statement shared on his official social media…
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused security forces of using excessive force against his supporters during campaign activities in Sironko District on Sunday. In a series of social media posts, Kyagulanyi said that regime security personnel repeatedly provoked his team throughout the day, employing tear gas,…
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Justice Simon Byabakama, has cautioned political parties against using the national flag or national symbols as campaign paraphernalia, saying the practice is prohibited under Ugandan law. Justice Byabakama made the remarks while responding to questions about the growing visibility of the national flag at campaign rallies, particularly those…