Politics
Breaking!! Uganda Police Suspends Bobi Wine’s Nationwide Mobilization Campaigns – Reveals Shocking Secrets
In a sudden development today, the Uganda Police Force suspended the National Unity Platform’s (NUP) nationwide mobilization activities until further notice due to repeated breaches of guidelines.
The suspension follows an array of incidents, including public disorder, traffic jams, property damage, and a fatal accident linked to the political party’s mobilization activities.The Police, under its mandate to regulate public meetings per section 32(1) of the Police Act, previously gave NUP permission to conduct these activities nationwide and to open party offices.
Alongside this permission, the Police issued guidelines detailing suitable conduct for these activities, which included obtaining permissions from venue owners, holding gatherings in town halls or similar enclosed areas, and prohibiting processions, demonstrations, unregulated rallies, and acts of incitement to violence.
While the Police have expressed their support for the rights of individuals and groups to peacefully assemble and voice their views on public policy matters, they have raised concerns about the NUP’s adherence to these guidelines.In their press release, the Police cited several instances of the NUP’s breach of guidelines. In Mbarara City, NUP supporters allegedly vandalized a Toyota Hiace, causing significant disturbances.
A fatal traffic accident occurred in Hoima City on 11th September 2023 during a NUP convoy, resulting in the death of an individual named Mugisa Norman and serious injuries to ten others.Further issues arose in the Kasana-Luweero District, where the NUP’s mobilization activity was used to incite violence, promote sectarianism, call illegitimately for the removal of the elected government, and make defamatory statements against the President of the Republic of Uganda.
The Police have, therefore, decided to suspend all NUP activities effective immediately. This move follows their previous communication to the NUP leadership on 12th September 2023, in which they halted the planned mobilization activities and opening of offices.The Police concluded their statement by emphasizing their commitment to uphold the rule of law and maintain public order. They warned against the “mob mentality” and “intimidating tactics” of NUP radicals, vowing to protect citizens and property.
They declared their intent to take action against all perpetrators of incitement to violence that could lead to civil unrest.The suspension will remain in place until the NUP demonstrates compliance with the guidelines and rule of law. As the Ugandan Police strive to maintain the country’s status as one of the safest in the region and worldwide, all eyes are now on the NUP to see how they respond to this development.