Robert Kyagulanyi, often known as Bobi Wine, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has denounced the threats made by President Museveni’s son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defense Forces.
The threats, according to Kyagulanyi, are a part of a larger regime campaign to frighten and stifle political dissent.
Kyagulanyi took aim at Muhoozi’s comments, which included a terrifying threat to “behead” him, in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
“The threat by Museveni’s son (who also heads Uganda’s military) to behead me is not something I take lightly, given that many have been killed by him and his father, and considering their several attempts at my life,” said Kyagulanyi.
The threats did not deter Kyagulanyi from his stubbornness.
“The cowardly regime cannot frighten me. “The entire world is observing,” he continued.
Earlier, Mr. Kainerugaba made a number of provocative remarks on X and demanded Kyagulanyi’s arrest.As a “lumpen,” a “rebel leader,” and a “illegal delinquent,” Kyagulanyi was deemed ineligible to run for president of Uganda by Muhoozi.
As he said, “Kabobi, I am going to BEAT the CRAP out of you…,” Muhoozi’s threats intensified. I’ll break all of your monkey teeth if you only say my name or my family’s name once more.”
The musician-turned-politician Kyagulanyi has emerged as a key figure in Uganda’s opposition, especially among young people.
He has been an outspoken opponent of Mr. Museveni’s government, charging it with repression of democratic freedoms, corruption, and violations of human rights.
Supporters of the NUP have denounced Muhoozi’s remarks as an assault on Ugandan political freedom.
Kyagulanyi has voiced worries about his safety, pointing to earlier attempts on his life.
Many caution that using such divisive language could worsen Uganda’s political unrest and further stifle criticism.
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