“I Will Fully Support Bobi Wine’s Campaign If He Goes & Stands For LC III” Gen Muhoozi Makes It Clear

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s first son and senior presidential advisor, has once again ignited controversy on social media after making a provocative remark about opposition leader Bobi Wine.

In a recent tweet, Muhoozi mocked the National Unity Platform (NUP) president, writing: “Let Bobi Wine go stand for LC III in his country of origin, Burundi. I will support his campaign.” The post quickly went viral, drawing thousands of reactions within hours.

The comment sparked widespread outrage, with critics condemning it as tribal, disrespectful, and divisive. Bobi Wine’s supporters denounced the statement as a personal attack on his identity as a Ugandan, insisting it was intended to delegitimize him as a political leader.

Bobi Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, has consistently affirmed his roots in Uganda’s Buganda region. Muhoozi’s insinuation that he hails from Burundi was seen by many as an attempt to discredit his authenticity and undermine his political influence.

Analysts argue the tweet was not merely a casual taunt but a calculated move within a broader political strategy. Some believe Muhoozi is trying to divert public attention from pressing national concerns by fueling a personal rivalry, while others warn that such tribal rhetoric risks deepening social divisions and threatening national cohesion.

This latest spat adds to a string of online clashes between the two men. Not long ago, Muhoozi accused Bobi Wine of owing him money, a claim that also triggered heated exchanges among their supporters. With the new remarks questioning Bobi Wine’s origins, the standoff has grown even more personal and bitter.

So far, Bobi Wine has not publicly addressed the latest comments, though many expect a response. Meanwhile, Ugandans remain fixated on social media, closely tracking each development in what has become a highly charged political drama. What began as a single tweet has now raised broader concerns about the tone of Uganda’s political discourse—and whether its leaders are working to foster unity or stoke division.