Buchaman backs Gen. Salim Saleh on chasing artists, set to sue Bebe Cool

• Buchaman backs Gen. Saleh, saying artists should use the established federation instead of traveling to Gulu.
• He agrees with Toniks that unrecognized promoters may be mismanaging funds meant for artists.
• Threat of legal action looms as Buchaman claims he has a binding contract and may sue Bebe Cool over unpaid campaign performance fees.

Dancehall singer Buchaman, has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding remarks by Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) coordinator Gen. Salim Saleh about musicians flocking to Gulu to seek his attention.

Gen. Salim Saleh recently expressed frustration over what he described as a growing number of artists traveling to Gulu to meet him, urging them to stop disturbing him as he focuses on other national responsibilities.

Responding to the remarks, Buchaman said the general was justified, noting that a federation was established to handle artists’ issues and should be the proper channel for engagement.

“General Saleh is right. He put in place a federation to handle musicians’ concerns. Why should artists bypass that structure and run to Gulu?” Buchaman said.

He added that while artists have legitimate grievances, there must be order and proper representation within the industry.

Buchaman also addressed fellow musician Toniks, who had criticized Gen. Saleh, arguing that artists should not be blamed for working with certain promoters accused of mishandling funds. According to Buchaman, Tonick raised a valid concern.

“Toniks is right on one thing — the general has been dealing with so-called promoters who are not even recognized in the industry. Some of them are fleecing him,” he said.

The self-proclaimed “ghetto president” revealed that he previously met Gen. Salim Saleh alongside other artists after the elections to present their concerns. Among the issues raised were claims that some musicians who performed for President Yoweri Museveni during the campaign trail were not paid.

Additionally, Buchaman praised Gen. Saleh as one of the biggest allies of the creative sector, describing him as someone who understands artists because he is also creative-minded.

He further alleged that several musicians who performed for the President have since been paid, including Dr. Jose Chameleone, Catherine Kusasira, Bebe Cool, Ragga Dee, and Ronald Mayinja.

However, the Temumatira singer claimed he personally has not received his payment. He accused Bebe Cool of blocking his compensation, alleging that there is a binding contract outlining how he should be paid.

The “Wire Wire” singer said he is prepared to seek legal redress if the matter is not resolved.