This army chief threatened to castrate opposition leader and claimed descent from Jesus
Summary
Uganda's army chief, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, made threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine, claiming he would castrate him. Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, is seen as a key figure in the current leadership and has previously made controversial statements online. Uganda's recent election saw Museveni win another term amid claims of election fraud by Bobi Wine.Key Facts
- Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba threatened opposition leader Bobi Wine on social media but later deleted the posts.
- He is the son of Uganda's long-time President Yoweri Museveni.
- President Museveni won a seventh term in Uganda's recent election.
- The opposition, led by Bobi Wine, alleged election fraud, claiming the election result was manipulated.
- Kainerugaba accused the US of helping Wine escape and mentioned suspending military cooperation.
- He later apologized for his comments and reduced his social media activity.
- Kainerugaba claims descent from Jesus Christ in social media posts, which were also deleted.
- Museveni's brother, Salim Saleh, is described as influential in Uganda's power structure.
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