NUP Seeks Justice for Slain Supporter Misaki Okello
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has vowed to drag the government to court over the killing of their supporter, Misaki Okello. The announcement was made by NUP coordinator Mwiru Paul. Mwiru said the party is liaising with the family to take legal action against the government, noting that if accountability is
Bobi Wine: Adopt Backup Communication Options Ahead of Possible Election Internet Shutdowns
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, spent yesterday campaigning across Masaka, one of Buganda Kingdom’s most politically influential cities. Wearing a kanzu, the Kingdom’s traditional men’s attire, Kyagulanyi received an enthusiastic welcome from supporters, despite earlier delays caused by a security roadblock
How Okello Was Shot Dead After Bobi Wine’s Rally in Iganga
At least one person has been confirmed dead following a shooting that occurred shortly after a campaign rally for National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, in Iganga. The incident adds to a long string of violent confrontations between security forces and Kyagulanyi’s
Bobi Wine Accuses Police of Double Standards, Urges Byabakama to Resign
The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, has called on Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi to resign, citing police brutality against party members during the campaign period. On several occasions, police have fired tear gas at Kyagulanyi’s supporters, claiming they were dispersing
How Bobi Wine Slipped Past Police to Address Supporters in Arua
Police have arrested 32 National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters in Arua following incidents of stone-throwing that damaged police vehicles. On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Arua District and Arua City hosted NUP presidential candidate Robert Sentamu Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, as part of his campaign tour. Kyagulanyi began his
November 2020 Killings: Families, NUP Renew Calls for Justice and compensation
Yesterday marked five years since security agencies of the Police and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) brutally cracked down on Ugandans who were protesting the arrest of former presidential candidate and National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine. On November 18, 2020, the
Mbarara Chaos: 89 nabbed NUP Supporters Transferred to Unknown Location
Mbarara Chaos: 89 nabbed NUP Supporters Transferred to Unknown Location Supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were arrested in Mbarara District have been transferred from Mbarara Central Police Station to an unknown destination, Daily Star has learned. According to sources, 89 NUP supporters were detained last Friday as party
Inside the Mbarara Chaos: How Bobi Wine’s Convoy Was Cornered
Just like any other day on the campaign trail, a sea of people camped at the hotel where presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, and his wife Barbra Itungo Kyagulanyi spent the entire night waiting for dawn to continue their three-month quest for the presidency. The
Mufumbiro Seeks Bail After Spending Two Months in Prison
Nakawa East MP aspirant and National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy Spokesperson, Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has applied for bail after spending two months in Luzira Prison. Mufumbiro is facing two counts of inciting NUP supporters to commit murder against security personnel. Appearing before Nakawa Grade One Magistrate Frank Nahamya, Mufumbiro, through
Mafabi warns Bobi Wine over Budaka clashes
Nandala Mafabi, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, has warned National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, that he does not have a monopoly on violence. On Tuesday, during Mafabi’s campaign rally in Budaka district, clashes erupted between FDC and NUP supporters.
