This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
On October 9, 2019, Ugandan police laid siege to the home of Kyadondo East MP Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, in Wakiso District to prevent him from heading to his 'One Love Beach' in Busabala, Kampala, where he had planned to hold a concert.
Armed officers were stationed at the two entrances to Bobi Wine's home, and barricades were placed on the road leading to his home. Officers inspected every vehicle that went in or out of the compound, and some vehicles were not allowed access into the home.
According to neighbours, the police laid siege to the home at around 10:30 pm the previous night.
When questioned by police, neighbour Dennis Kamoga explained that he was heading home and was eventually allowed to continue.
Bobi Wine took to Twitter, stating: 'Since 11:00 pm, police and military surrounded my home and my private property, One Love Beach Busabala, in yet another move to place me under house arrest and block our Independence Day music concert. 156th concert so far! For singing truth to power, I can't perform in my own country.'
Earlier, police had issued a statement indicating that the musician-turned-politician was not allowed to hold his Osobola concert at his 'One Love Beach' in Busabala property, citing concerns over public security at the concert.
However, Bobi Wine remained adamant that the concert would go on as planned.
Patrick Onyango, Kampala Metropolitan police spokesperson, warned the public not to attend the concert, stating: 'If you want peace, stay at your homes because there will be no concert tomorrow. Don't waste your valuable time please.'
