Musician Ronald Mayinja has cast serious doubt on Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine and his presidential aspirations, dismissing the idea of him leading Uganda as unrealistic.
The former supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP) ,in recent interview also announced his disengagement from the party, expressing a loss of faith in its ability to govern the country effectively.
Mayinja criticized the core values of NUP, describing the party’s foundation as flawed and rooted in “immorality, abusive language, and intolerance.”
He argued that these traits hinder its ability to appeal to the broader Ugandan population.
“Uganda belongs to everyone—NRM, opposition, independents, and people of all faiths. If you’re abusive during campaigns, what will happen when you’re in power?”,he said.
In contrast, he commended President Yoweri Museveni for his leadership style, praising him as a unifying figure who accommodates even those who oppose him politically.
According to Mayinja, Uganda needs a leader who can bring people together, not one who represents only a specific group.
“To be president, you must speak words that unite, not divide,” he emphasized.
Responding to criticism over his politically themed music some of which supported the opposition and others the government, Mayinja insisted he was never paid for any of it. He said his artistic choices have always been personal.
“The money I used in the studio was it theirs?, let me think at my own pace. We should respect each other regardless of political views.” Ronald Mayinja ranted.
