Robert Kyagulanyi, the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and known publicly as Bobi Wine, has confirmed that four members of the party’s election management committee were kidnapped at gunpoint near Lungala in Mpigi District. The incident took place as the individuals were on their way home after attending a burial.
Bobi Wine shared the news on his social media platform X, identifying the abducted as Mercy Walukamba, Rovans Alex Lwanyaga, Rahma Juma, and Kayabura Eddie.
Eyewitnesses have reported that in addition to these four, other individuals were allegedly abducted by what appeared to be drones, further adding to the mystery and fear surrounding this unsettling event.
Kyagulanyi expressed grave concern over the timing of the incident, particularly in light of recent comments made by Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, whom Bobi Wine refers to as “Museveni’s son.” In his post, Bobi Wine pointed out, “Just days ago, Museveni’s son threatened to make the NUP weep—and now it’s happening. But we will remind him and his father that they are not gods.”
Despite these ominous threats, Kyagulanyi remained resolute, vowing that “the people of Uganda will have the final laugh” and reaffirming his commitment to justice and democracy.
This abduction comes just after the NUP Election Management Committee successfully concluded the vetting process for candidates in the Kawempe North by-election. The committee is also overseeing the vetting for candidates running in the 2026 general election, placing additional significance on the abduction.
The event follows another recent case involving Nyanzi Fred Sentamu, who is Bobi Wine’s brother and NUP’s head of mobilization. Sentamu was also taken by security personnel in an operation near Kubbiri, close to the party’s headquarters.
Adding to the growing tension, a group of NUP’s youthful supporters, known as “foot soldiers,” organized a military-style parade to celebrate Bobi Wine’s birthday. This event has sparked concerns, with many predicting that the state could take action in response to the display.
With each passing incident, political tensions continue to rise, prompting questions about the safety and freedoms of opposition members in Uganda.
