In a heated response to recent remarks made by National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has called on Ugandans to reject what it describes as divisive “tribal politics.”
The PLU, whose chairman is General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, held a press conference condemning Bobi Wine’s recent comments at a rally in Soroti, where he allegedly used tribal language to criticize Gen. Kainerugaba.
In a statement, PLU claimed that Kyagulanyi’s rhetoric was not only divisive but also a backward attempt to sway public opinion through tribal sentiment. According to the PLU, Kyagulanyi allegedly described the people of Teso as “slaves” to Kainerugaba and Uganda’s ruling family, accusing him of using ethnic appeals to tarnish Gen. Kainerugaba’s reputation.
The PLU’s press release called on Kyagulanyi to “find other ways to solicit support” rather than relying on “blackmail, idle talk, tribalism, sectarianism, and theatre.” The organization criticized the NUP leader for allegedly using “name-calling” and “telling lies” to undermine respected figures who have contributed to Uganda’s peace and stability. The PLU emphasized that Uganda has progressed beyond the “politics of blackmail” and tribalism, and urged the public to stand against these outdated tactics.
“Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu should know that Ugandans have since moved away from politics of blackmail, idle talk, tribalism, sectarianism, and theatre,” read the statement. “We would like to request our brother and leader of NUP to desist from politics of name-calling or telling lies about people who don’t share the same ideology with him.”
The PLU highlighted Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s achievements as a military leader, portraying him as a committed public servant who has worked to maintain peace not only in Uganda but also across Africa. It described Gen. Kainerugaba’s efforts in regions like Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo as examples of his dedication to regional stability. “Our beloved Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has been in the trenches defending Uganda and the entire African region,” the statement added.
Furthermore, the PLU expressed disapproval of Kyagulanyi’s political approach, labeling it “archaic” and suggesting that his “cheap popularity” tactics lack the respect due to Uganda’s leadership and senior citizens. The organization demanded a public apology from Kyagulanyi to President Museveni, Gen. Kainerugaba, and the people of Uganda.
“The PLU fraternity condemns this act in the strongest terms possible and demands that the Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu apologizes to H.E the President of the Republic of Uganda, Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, our beloved chairman Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and Ugandans at large who mean well for this country,” the statement read.
The PLU also took the opportunity to thank Ugandans who continue to support the current government and its efforts to maintain stability. It praised those who have “shunned divisive politics” and remain committed to the National Resistance Movement and the PLU’s vision for a united Uganda.