Drama unfolded in Uganda after President Yoweri Museveni allegedly blocked sections of the busy Kampala–Masaka Road for hours while on a campaign trail in Mpigi District, causing massive traffic snarl-ups and public outrage.
Reports indicate that the President’s convoy brought traffic to a complete standstill, with Museveni at one point sitting in the middle of the road as he addressed supporters, forcing motorists to wait for extended periods.
According to eyewitnesses and opposition leaders, thousands of travelers were stranded overnight, with a journey that ordinarily takes about two hours stretching to nearly 20 hours.
Some motorists and passengers reportedly spent the night on the road, while others were still stuck by morning, raising serious concerns about public safety and governance.
Ugandan opposition leader and National Unity Platform (NUP) head Bobi Wine strongly condemned the incident, terming it a clear abuse of power and a reflection of poor leadership.
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In a statement shared on social media, Bobi Wine sympathized with affected citizens, saying, “Pole sana to all citizens who spent the night on Kampala–Masaka Road and those who are still stuck. No leader has the right to inconvenience citizens in this manner.”
He further criticized the Electoral Commission chairman Simon Byabakama, accusing him of selective silence.
Bobi Wine noted that while opposition leaders are often restricted or brutalized for campaigning along roads, similar actions by the incumbent are ignored.
The opposition leader also highlighted the broader consequences of what he termed bad governance, pointing out that the disruption affected not just ordinary travelers but also patients being rushed to hospitals and families in distress. “The effects of a badly governed country cannot spare anyone,” he said.
Bobi Wine, who is expected to challenge Museveni in the January 2026 presidential election, promised to usher in leadership that respects citizens, emphasizing that leaders must view themselves as servants of the people, not masters.
The incident has reignited debate in Uganda over abuse of state power, equal application of the law, and respect for citizens’ rights during political campaigns.
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