A section of community leaders in Soroti City has vowed to prevent Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine and the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), from entering the Teso sub-region.
They accuse him of orchestrating UK sanctions against Speaker Anita Among and undermining Uganda’s sovereignty by colluding with a former colonial power.
Francis Eryau, a prominent community leader, and Orey Omunonga, a youth leader, have publicly criticized Kyagulanyi for his role in lobbying the UK authorities to impose sanctions on Speaker Among. The sanctions were related to Among’s involvement in the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, which President Museveni subsequently signed into law.
“Bobi Wine has been boasting about influencing the UK to sanction our sister, Speaker Anita Among,” said Eryau. “This action not only undermines our country’s sovereignty but also shows a willingness to collaborate with foreign powers against Uganda.” He added
Orey Omunonga echoed similar sentiments, stating that Kyagulanyi’s actions were a betrayal to the Ugandan people and their leaders. The community leaders’ threats and strong opposition stem from Kyagulanyi’s own admission of lobbying for the sanctions, which have been a contentious issue within the country.
The tensions highlight the ongoing political strife and the deep divisions between Kyagulanyi’s supporters and those loyal to the current government. As Bobi Wine plans his visit to Teso, the backlash from local leaders signals potential confrontations and a challenging political climate ahead.
