By: TPA NewsDesk | editor@thepointafricanews.com | UGANDA – POLITICS
Uganda’s Minister of Information has criticized a recent military operation targeting opposition leader Bobi Wine, describing the action as unjustified and asserting that the opposition figure committed no wrongdoing.
The minister’s remarks mark a rare public divergence within government ranks over the handling of opposition activities, particularly those involving Wine, who has long accused security forces of harassment and political intimidation.
Details surrounding the military operation have not been fully disclosed, but reports indicate that it was directed at Bobi Wine during a period of heightened political tension. The information minister’s comments suggest concerns about proportionality and legality, reinforcing ongoing debates about the role of security forces in Uganda’s political space.
Bobi Wine, a former musician turned politician and leader of the National Unity Platform, has repeatedly been at the center of confrontations with state authorities, especially during election periods and public mobilization efforts.
The government has not issued a unified statement clarifying the rationale for the operation, and it remains unclear whether the minister’s comments will translate into policy or operational changes. The incident adds to growing scrutiny of Uganda’s security practices and their impact on political freedoms.
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