The home of National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, alias Bobi Wine, has remained under tight security for six days since the conclusion of Uganda’s 2026 general elections.
Security forces, including police and military personnel, have surrounded his residence in Magere, Wakiso District, since Thursday afternoon, when Kyagulanyi cast his vote.
The area remains largely restricted, barring access to the public, close family members, party officials, and visitors.
On Monday, the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) confirmed a visit to Kyagulanyi’s home.
David Lewis Rubongoya, the NUP Secretary General says he attempted to deliver food to Kyagulanyi’s home but was blocked by security.
Roadblocks have been set up at all access points, and some security personnel have taken up positions in tents near the property.
Journalists and other visitors were also denied access, though neighbors with vehicles are allowed to pass through security checks.
In a recorded video on Monday, Kyagulanyi said he is in hiding after narrowly avoiding arrest or house arrest on Friday, when security agencies allegedly broke into his residence.
Over the weekend, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke stated that Kyagulanyi was not under house arrest, but that security measures were in place to prevent potential incitement of violence, based on intelligence received.
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