Security forces have arrested the National Unity Platform Presidential Candidate Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine after blocking his rally in Luuka District.
Police accused Mr. Kyagulanyi of having more than 200 supporters recommended by EC to contain further spread of Covid-19.
He’s currently detained at Nalufenya Police post in Jinja District.
Bobi Wine’s arrest comes after the Inspector General of Police, Martin Okoth Ochola warned presidential candidate against defying Electoral guidelines in a bid to prevent further spread of Covid-19.
“Despite repeated warnings issued to candidates, their agents and wider public about the negative impact and health risks of holding unauthorized rallies and processions, we continue to witness acts of defiance and total disregard of the EC guidelines. Therefore, those who shall defy these Electoral Commission guidelines with their sinister plans aimed at disrupting the Electoral process will definitely suffer consequences,” Mr Ochola said in a statement issued on Wednesday morning.
According to the IGP, police and their sister security agencies have adopted a tougher approach to preserve the integrity of the electoral process.
“We have dispatched our specialist teams and quick reaction teams, to identify ring leaders (and principals) for apprehension in the face of crime. We have disseminated our comprehensive policing plan to all territorial commanders for them to implement without fear or favor,” he added.
Mr Kyagulanyi has in the past days been seen addressing crowds and holding processions in total disregard of Covid-19 SOPs.