Summary
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine reported escaping a police and army raid at his home during a disputed presidential election. President Yoweri Museveni appeared poised to win another term amid claims of repression and vote manipulation.
Key Facts
- Bobi Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, said he escaped a raid on his home conducted by police and army forces.
- Wine claimed his family remained under house arrest while he fled for safety.
- Uganda's military denied allegations of abducting Bobi Wine.
- The election faced criticism from the United Nations for repression and intimidation.
- President Yoweri Museveni, in power for 40 years, seemed likely to win the election.
- Reports mentioned at least 10 deaths related to election unrest.
- Bobi Wine accused authorities of blocking access and dismissed the election results as illegitimate, alleging vote manipulation.
