Bobi Wine Announces Temporary Exit from Uganda

Opposition leader Bobi Wine has revealed that he has temporarily left Uganda after spending nearly two months in hiding, claiming security forces had been searching for him across the country.

The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, shared the information through a video message posted on his social media platforms.

In the message, Bobi Wine alleged that shortly after the recent elections, security forces surrounded his home, prompting him to go into hiding.

“Fellow Ugandans and friends of Uganda,” he said. “Two months ago, Museveni yet again usurped the will of the people of Uganda and declared himself president at gunpoint. A day later, the military invaded my home to harm me, but I was able to evade them and go into hiding.”

According to Bobi Wine, security agencies later launched operations across different parts of the country in an attempt to locate him. He claimed that homes belonging to some of his colleagues and opposition leaders were raided while security teams mounted roadblocks and carried out spot checks on vehicles and motorcycles.

He also alleged that some police officers who had previously been assigned to his campaign were arrested and dismissed, while his family home in the village was raided and his main residence kept under constant surveillance.

Despite the search operations, Bobi Wine said he remained safe with the help of ordinary citizens who sheltered and protected him.

“They couldn’t find me because the people of Uganda sheltered me and protected me,” he said.

The opposition politician explained that his departure from the country is temporary and meant to allow him to carry out what he described as important engagements with international partners and allies.

He said he plans to meet several friends of Uganda abroad before returning to continue advocating for political change.

As he undertakes the trip, Bobi Wine announced that Lina Zedriga Waru will serve as the acting president of the National Unity Platform during his absence.

He urged supporters of the party to remain united and focused as the movement continues its push for what he described as freedom and democracy in Uganda.