National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, remains unwavering in his demand for information about the Kabaka’s whereabouts, despite criticism from Buganda Kingdom’s prime minister and the Kabaka himself.
Bobi Wine told his supporters on Monday that whereas he told them to demand information about the whereabouts of the Kabaka, they had to do so with humility because anything they say can be used against his party.
“I told you it is your responsibility to be concerned and demand to know the whereabouts of the Kabaka. However, I told you to do so with humility because whatever you say can be used against us,” Wine told his supporters.
Bobi Wine assured his followers that their relationship with the Kabaka remains strong, emphasizing unity and dispelling attempts to create divisions.
“The Kabaka has always advocated for unity, and I will do the same. I urge you to be united. I want to tell all those who have been worried that we have a good relationship with the Kabaka and kingdom elders,” he added.
At a press conference at the NUP headquarters, Wine accused certain individuals of trying to portray the party as enemies of Buganda to serve their political interests.
Meanwhile, Buganda’s King, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, marked his 31st coronation anniversary by cautioning against disrespect towards the kingdom’s traditions.
“The situation we went through in the past months has led some people to ignorantly or deliberately disrespect and disregard the traditions of our land (tribe) and act in dishonorable ways,” said Kabaka.
“They have done much to misguide our people about the throne and the kingdom. This is dangerous. You must watch out for such people.”
Prior to the Kabaka’s return from Namibia, Prime Minister Charles Peter Mayiga admonished politicians for exploiting the Kingdom’s head for personal gain.
“The Kabaka is not a ‘street kid’ [to be demanded or manipulated],” Mayiga emphasized.
Wine’s unapologetic stance highlights the ongoing tensions between political leaders and the Buganda Kingdom, sparking debates about respect, unity, and political agendas.
