I Hear My Friend Muwanga Kivumbi Has Been Talking Again? Is That True? I'm Looking For Him – Gen Muhoozi Warns Bobi Wine’s Man

Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has reportedly directed fresh attention towards National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy president for Buganda, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, following remarks in which he allegedly asked whether the opposition politician had been speaking again and said he was looking for him. The reported statement has sparked discussion amid continuing tensions between the military chief and supporters of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine.

Kivumbi is a prominent opposition politician who has represented Butambala County in Parliament and served as NUP’s deputy president for Buganda. He has remained an outspoken critic of the government, with his political activities and public statements frequently attracting attention from both opposition supporters and government figures.

The reported remarks come after Kivumbi faced legal troubles following violence in Butambala during the January 2026 election period. He was arrested and charged in connection with the incidents, with prosecutors bringing allegations against him that remain subject to court proceedings. The charges should not be treated as proof of guilt.

Kivumbi’s detention triggered reactions from NUP leaders, including Bobi Wine, who questioned the circumstances surrounding the arrest and called for fair treatment. The opposition party has maintained that some of its members face politically motivated persecution, while authorities have pursued criminal cases against several individuals linked to election-related violence.

The relationship between Kivumbi and the military leadership has also attracted attention because of his public criticism of Muhoozi and other government figures. Following his release on bail, Kivumbi reportedly addressed supporters and indicated that his commitment to opposition politics remained unchanged. His continued involvement in political debates has kept him in the public spotlight.

The latest reported statement attributed to Muhoozi has therefore raised questions about whether another public exchange between the two men is developing. However, the precise context of the remarks has not been independently established, and it remains unclear whether Muhoozi was referring to a particular statement made by Kivumbi or to his broader political activities.

For NUP supporters, any remarks suggesting that a prominent opposition figure is being sought by the military may raise concerns about political freedoms and personal safety. At the same time, the meaning and implications of Muhoozi’s reported words should not be assumed without further clarification from the parties involved.

For now, Kivumbi’s political position and the reported comments remain subjects of public discussion. An official statement from Muhoozi, Kivumbi or NUP would help clarify the circumstances behind the exchange and whether any action is being contemplated. Until then, the remarks should be understood as reported comments rather than confirmation of an impending arrest or other security action.