Police have defended their continued presence at the home of opposition leader and former National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, saying the deployment is for security reasons.
Responding to journalists on Monday, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke said security personnel remain stationed at Kyagulanyi’s residence in Magere as part of what he described as necessary operational measures.
“We are still having a presence at his home, and we are doing it for security reasons,” Rusoke said.
The heavy security deployment at Kyagulanyi’s home has drawn public scrutiny, with several Ugandans questioning its justification, particularly following the 2026 general elections.
Kyagulanyi has recently accused security forces of completely taking over his residence, alleging that neither he nor his family members are allowed access. He claimed that soldiers are occupying the home both inside and around the compound, preventing his family from entering the premises.
According to Kyagulanyi, the restricted access has made it impossible for his family to assess any damage or establish whether personal property or important documents may have been taken. His relatives have also reported being denied entry to the residence.
Addressing these concerns, Rusoke said Kyagulanyi is not currently facing any charges. However, he noted that should any offence be committed, the opposition leader would be summoned by police or arraigned in court.
“On the question of what offence he has committed, if he commits a very particular offence, we will certainly invite him to police or take him to court. However, at the moment, there are very specific operational postures around his premises in the interest of national security,” Rusoke said.
