PRESIDENTIAL candidate in Uganda from the NUP Party, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, claimed on December 17, 2025, that he was stopped by the country's police from entering Soroti Town, where he had planned to hold a campaign event.
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He also mentioned that the police used tear gas against a vehicle, as shown in a video. Bobi Wine, who is the main rival of the current president, Yoweri Museveni, has faced several challenges during his campaign activities as the elections are approaching on January 15, 2026.
Last night, as these criminals directed teargas at our vehicle, to ensure that we do not proceed to the hotel we booked for our night stay. Our bodies are hurt, but our hearts are stronger. The justness of our cause keeps us going, even in the face of all this madness.… pic.twitter.com/MtTODyfAmJ
— BOBI WINE (@HEBobiwine) December 18, 2025