Summary
Ugandan police have denied claims that opposition leader Bobi Wine was abducted by helicopter during the presidential election. Reports from Wine's party suggested he was forcibly taken from his home, but police say he is still there under restricted movement. The election results, so far, show President Museveni leading with 72% of the vote against Wine's 24%, with accusations of voting irregularities but no evidence provided.
Key Facts
- Bobi Wine, a Ugandan opposition leader, was reported by his party as abducted, but police deny this.
- The police say Wine remains at his home and his movements are restricted for security reasons.
- There are claims that a helicopter landed at Wine's residence, but these are denied by police.
- Current election results show President Museveni with 72% and Bobi Wine with 24% of the vote.
- Wine's son initially reported both parents were seized but later stated his father escaped.
- There has been an internet blackout in Uganda, impacting information verification.
- Security forces reportedly killed seven opposition supporters in separate incidents.
- U.S. citizens in Uganda received alerts due to ongoing security force actions.
