Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, announced today that his wife, Barbie Kyagulanyi, has been admitted to the hospital after an alleged assault by soldiers during a violent raid on their home.
According to Wine, soldiers held his wife at gunpoint and strangled her, leading to her requiring immediate medical treatment.
The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between the opposition and Ugandan security forces. Bobi Wine, who has been a vocal critic of the government and is currently described in reports as a fugitive opposition figure, shared the details on social media and through statements to the press. Authorities have yet to issue an official comment on the allegations.
In a statement, Bobi Wine said: "This brutal attack on my wife is a clear violation of human rights and an attempt to intimidate those who stand for freedom and justice in Uganda. Barbie was held at gunpoint, strangled, and now lies in hospital recovering from the trauma inflicted by these soldiers. We demand accountability and an immediate investigation into this raid."
Wine's lawyer has urged the United Nations and the international community to intervene, highlighting concerns over escalating violence against opposition figures and their families. The opposition leader emphasized that such actions undermine democracy and called on supporters and global observers to condemn the assault.
The National Unity Platform (NUP), led by Bobi Wine, continues to advocate for political reforms, free elections, and an end to government repression in Uganda.