The opposition leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP) party, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been shot in the leg in what appears to be an attempted assassination. This incident took place in Bulindo, where Wine was reportedly targeted by Uganda Police officers.
Details of the attack are still emerging, but sources close to the situation have confirmed that Bobi Wine was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment.
A statement posted on Bobi Wine’s official social media accounts reads: “Our President Bobi Wine has been shot in the leg by police in Bulindo! He’s been rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention.”
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This alarming development has sparked outrage among Wine’s supporters and the wider Ugandan community. Bobi Wine, a prominent figure in Ugandan politics, has been a vocal critic of the current government, advocating for democratic reforms and greater freedoms for the Ugandan people.
As the nation waits anxiously for updates on his condition, this incident raises serious questions about the safety of opposition figures in Uganda and the state of political affairs in the country.
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In conclusion, we will continue to follow this developing story closely and provide updates as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with Bobi Wine, his family, and his supporters during this difficult time.
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written by @enock katamba
- Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.
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Quick recovery to you Bobi Wine