Robert Kyaguanyi alias Bobi Wine, president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has raised alarm over recent controversial social media posts by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s First Son and Chief of Defense Forces.
During his end-of-year address at his home in Magere, Kyagulanyi expressed concern about the divisive nature of Muhoozi’s posts, which he believed carried tribalistic undertones.
“Ugandans must realize that we are in a very dark period as long as we are governed by individuals who view other tribes and nationalities as less human,” he stated.
The opposition leader condemned Muhoozi’s actions, calling his posts “childish and foolish,” and accused the First Son of promoting tribalism.
“It’s evident that Muhoozi and his family believe only their own people are truly human,” Kyagulanyi said.
Over the weekend, Muhoozi made a series of provocative statements on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that his ancestral home in Rwakitura was the “holiest place on earth” and even suggesting that Jesus Christ was born there. He also insulted Bobi Wine, referring to him as a “Neanderthal.”
While Muhoozi’s comments sparked mixed reactions, some found them offensive, while others dismissed them as attempts at humor, Kyagulanyi urged Ugandans to remain united and uphold the nation’s constitutional values of equality.
“We strongly condemn the First Son’s behavior because the constitution guarantees that all Ugandans are equal, regardless of tribe, religion, sex, or political affiliation,” he affirmed.
Kyagulanyi also referenced a UN report that implicated the Ugandan regime in the looting of natural resources in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that Ugandans would ultimately bear the financial cost of reparations.
He condemned reports of youth abductions in neighboring Kenya, suggesting that the Ugandan regime may be involved.
Additionally, he criticized the rampant corruption in Parliament, highlighting the March protests against corruption, which led to the imprisonment and torture of protesting youth.
As the year came to a close, Kyagulanyi urged Ugandans to reflect on the challenges they had faced and strive for a better, more unified future.
“We must learn from our struggles and work toward building a more united and accountable nation,” he concluded.
