The National Unity Platform (NUP) has raised alarm over the reported abduction of former Jinja City mayoral aspirant, Bobi Giant, whose real name is Tasi Calvin.
According to NUP Secretary General Lewis Rubongoya, Bobi Giant was allegedly abducted on Saturday morning by unidentified armed men traveling in a drone (commonly used for security operations). The incident reportedly took place in Kawempe.
“We’ve been informed of the violent abduction of our brother Bobi Giant from Kawempe just moments ago,Several armed men traveling in a drone vehicle seized him and forced him into it. He is now being taken to an unknown destination. The lawlessness continues.”Rubongoya shared on social media.
Tasi’s wife, who operates the Owomukisa TV social media platform, also confirmed the incident.
She claimed he was taken by armed operatives and is believed to have been transported to the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI) headquarters.
Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) spokesperson Col. Felix Kulaigye later confirmed the arrest.
He stated that Bobi Giant was apprehended for his alleged involvement in a military-style parade held earlier this year at the NUP headquarters in Kavule, Kampala a move officials claim posed a threat to national security.
“His actions caused concern at the highest levels of government,” Kulaigye said, adding that Tasi will face interrogation before being formally charged and presented in court.
