Ugandan President His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a stern warning to opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, following the arrest of several of his supporters ahead of this month’s general election.
Speaking to the media after security agencies intercepted and arrested individuals linked to Bobi Wine’s campaign convoy, President Museveni accused the opposition camp of engaging in activities that could undermine public order.
The arrests reportedly took place at Mile 4 in Mbarara as Bobi Wine continued with his nationwide campaign trail.
According to President Museveni, the detained supporters confessed to organizing and ferrying people across the country to attend Bobi Wine’s rallies, a move he claimed was meant to create the illusion of massive crowds.
Museveni alleged that the group operated a large fleet of vehicles to mobilize what he described as “nomadic audiences” from one campaign venue to another.
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“Supporters of Mr Kyagulanyi that were arrested at Mile 4 in Mbarara confessed that they had a fleet of 200 vehicles that transported nomadic audiences to create the image of big crowds at the venue,” Museveni said.
The president warned that his government would not tolerate activities he believes threaten peace and stability during the sensitive election period.
He emphasized that while political campaigns are allowed, they must be conducted within the law and without causing disruption to ordinary Ugandans.
Museveni further cautioned Bobi Wine and other opposition leaders to rein in their supporters and ensure compliance with electoral regulations, adding that security agencies have been instructed to remain vigilant.
On the other hand, allies of Bobi Wine have previously accused the government of intimidation, harassment, and using security forces to frustrate opposition campaigns.
They argue that arrests and roadblocks are part of a broader strategy to limit the opposition’s reach ahead of the polls.
As the election date draws closer, tensions continue to rise in Uganda, with both the government and opposition trading accusations. Observers are watching closely to see how the unfolding events will shape the political atmosphere and the credibility of the upcoming general election.
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