Author: Nassuuna Noelyn
Students leaders from all public universities have promised to join the #FREEBOBIWINE CAMPAIGN in case Kyandondo East Member of Parliament, Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi is not released. According to the leaders, they have agreed that they will boycott lectures starting next week if Kyandodo East MP Robert Kyangulanyi also known as Bobi Wine is not released tomorrow. Kyagulanyi who is currently detained at Makindye military barracks is expected to appear before the General Court Martial tomorrow on charges of treason. He and several other MPs were arrested and allegedly tortured by security agencies in Arua last week during campaigns for the…
International top musicians have joined hands to condemn the Ugandan government for the alleged torture of artiste and Politician commonly known as Bobi Wine. According to these artistes, they believe that Bobi WINE SHOULD BE RELEASED AND SHOULD RECEIVE BETTER MEDICAL ATTENTION. The artistes including Chris Martin, Chrissie Hynde, Brian Eno and Damon Albarn have signed an open letter calling for the release of detained Ugandan singer-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, known to fans as Bobi Wine. More than 80 artists, activists and politicians signed the statement condemning “the arrest, imprisonment and vicious, life-threatening physical attack by Ugandan government forces.…
The yes/no hit maker Banky W has promised Uganda’s Kireka based Wycliff Tugume aka Ykee Benda a collbo and also advised him on how to take his music career. Ykee Benda has been rubbing shoulders with Nigerian musicians since he stepped foot in the West African country. He has been in studio with Tekno and fans are already excited about what could come out of that studio session. Ykee Benda has since dropped a jam with Reekando Banks called “Time table” that is a promising hit! The “Munakampala” hit maker has now met with one of Nigerian’s finest musicians…
The Uganda U19 National Cricket team that traveled to Nairobi, Kenya to compete at the Global Youth Tournament hosted by Star Field Sports at Ruaraka and Gymkhana Cricket Grounds will have match today against Swamipaba U19 at Ruaraka Sports Club The under-age tournament will run for three days, starting on 22nd (Wednesday) to 25th of this month. The team captained by Frank Akankwasa prepared for the tournament by beating up on their Nigerian counter-parts 4-1 in a 5 match series. The Under 19 Cricket Cranes will be in Group B with Cutchi Leva, Kanbis and Swampipaba. The Global Youth Tournament will also act as…
Today evening, artistes in Kenya will hold a concert dubbed ‘Freedom Concert’ to stand with Ugandan legislator, also singer, Bobi Wine who was arrested on Monday 13th August 2018. Since Bobi Wine’s arrest, the country has been taken up by riots and social media went awash with the #FreeBobiWine hashtag. Ugandans have played their part in ensuring that their voice as per the cause is heard and Kenyans have picked up on it with vigor. “Musicians in Nairobi to host Freedom Concert as a sign of solidarity with the good people of Uganda. Ugandans leading the fight for the freedom of @HEBobiwine, the 33…
Stamina and BET award winner has released a song aganst the government entitled ‘Mbakooye’ Unlike Eddy Kenzo’s other songs that are usually about love, party time, and life stories, ‘Mbakooye’ is a political song condemning the way government treats its citizen and how it operates. Eddy Kenzo further sys that he is using this song to talk to the government on his behalf and also on behalf of his government. Much more, he uses this song to condemn the way fellow artiste and politician Bobi Wine’s was treated during his arrest in Arua. Eddy Kenzo has resorted to using…
UU The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) has expressed his “disapproval” over the “unprofessional conduct” of soldiers and ordered for the arrest and punishment of soldiers who “molested some journalists” while deployed in the city. During the protests that occurred in Kampala, many journalists were tortured by soldiers who beat them up and confiscated their equipment like cameras.Its such an act that forced many journalists to come out and fight the unfair treatment that is imposed on them by the soldiers while doing their job. Much more, they came up with a hashtag on different social media platforms #journalismisnotacrime to show…
Musician Eddy Kenzo has been recognized as a Young Achiever. This was during the annual Young Achievers Awards ceremony held at the Kampala Serena Hotel on Saturday. The “Sitya Loss” star saw off competition from fellow musician Rema Namakula, H2C Dance Group, Ivan Mulumba (author) and Felix Byaruhanga (founder The Tribe UG). Eddy Kenzo could not hide his excitement as he accepted his award, and asked his fans to use the hardships they face and turn them into success stories for generations to talk about. Tthe award ceremony was graced by Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto who delivered a keynote address in which he lauded…
The MTV Video Music Awards happened on Monday 20th August 2018 at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The star studded event was a successful one with a couple of artistes walking home with awards for their efforts in the music business. Read the complete winners list below; SONG OF THE SUMMER Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa – “One Kiss” Cardi B, Bad Bunny and J Balvin – “I Like It” (WINNER) DJ Khaled ft. Justin Bieber, Chance the Rapper, Quavo – “No Brainer” Drake – “In My Feelings” VIDEO OF THE YEAR Ariana Grande – “No Tears Left…
The public relations officer of the Kibuli Muslim section, Sheikh Nuhu Muzaata Batte, has admitted his full support towards all Ugandans who are demanding for the release of the Kyandondo East Member of Parliament, Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi. According to the Sheikh, he says that he is willing to support all Ugandans in this cause with anything that he can offer and will go ahead to offer his kidney to Bobi Wine because he believes that Bobi Wine is the only capable leader to liberate his country. “I can’t successfully fight the Pharaoh but am ready to offer my KIDNEY to…