Ugandan presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, known as Bobi Wine, speaks during a news conference at his house in Kampala, Uganda, on Jan. 15, 2021.Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine said Friday the military had entered and “taken control” of his home and “we are in serious trouble.”
“None of these military intruders is talking to us. We are in serious trouble. We are under siege,” tweeted Wine, who was arrested several times during campaigning but never charged while dozens of party members were detained. He earlier said he feared for his life.The government cut internet access in the East African country on the eve of the largely peaceful election day, and it remains off.
Earlier in the day, Wine, a popular singer-turned-lawmaker half the president’s age, alleged to reporters that “whatever is being declared is a total sham.” At the time, there was a heavy police presence near his home. “We secured a comfortable victory,” Wine said. “I am very confident that we defeated the dictator by far.” He was considering “peaceful and nonviolent protests” over the declared results and said “every legal option is on the table.” Candidates can challenge election results at the Supreme Court.
But does he still have his twitter?
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