Singer Eddy Kenzo has defended President Museveni’s decision to skip the recent NTV presidential debate, describing it as poorly executed and lacking meaningful discussion. Kenzo argued that the candidates offered nothing new and insisted key issues like the copyright law are already in advanced stages.

Mubarak Munyagwa, presidential candidate for the Common Man’s Party, has criticized the opposition’s debate performance and boycotted the NTV presidential debate, arguing that a debate without President Museveni becomes a monologue.

During last night’s presidential debate at Kampala Serena Hotel, NUP leader Bobi Wine likened himself to the “Museveni of the 1980s,” stressing that his rebellion is political, not violent, as Uganda prepares for the 2026 elections.

Frank Gashumba has criticized NTV for biased reporting against President Museveni, claiming the station favors opposition candidates while downplaying the ruling party’s events. He warns that if the station does not adjust, it could face government action.

President Museveni has said government will revisit the continued restriction on Facebook, noting that the 2021 ban was meant to “teach them a lesson.” He made the remarks while meeting youths in Rwakitura, where they appealed for the platform’s return due to its importance in business and digital marketing.

David Lewis Rubongoya says President Museveni never sponsored his education abroad, insisting he studied at Harvard and Oxford through partial scholarships and personal loans.

Chris Evans admits he lied about being in South Africa to avoid taking a campaign gig against Mathias Walukagga, whose lyrical strength he deeply fears.

Musician King Saha and Minister Haruna Kasolo are entangled in a growing dispute after Saha’s Kyotera concert was cancelled. Saha accuses the minister of sabotage, while Kasolo denies any involvement and says the controversy only gives him free publicity.

Ronald Mayinja has declared Mathias Walukagga the likely winner of the Busiro East parliamentary race, saying Ssegona’s criticism has only increased sympathy for the Kadongo Kamu musician. Mayinja also defended Walukagga’s communication style and commented on the recent trend of artistes being pelted with bottles.

Appearing on Sanyuka TV, Bebe Cool shared a detailed vision of a “New Uganda” under Gen Muhoozi, emphasizing anti-corruption, unity, community responsibility and regulated noise pollution, while dismissing Bobi Wine’s model as ego-driven and divisive.

Bobi Wine has accused the government of frustrating efforts to advance Uganda’s copyright law, saying his proposals—submitted through MP Hilary Kiyaga—were sidelined in favour of the UNMF under Eddy Kenzo.

Alien skin has explained why he was recently chased along Salaama Road, revealing that a confrontation involving his crew sparked the chaos. The singer says he is tired of being painted as Uganda’s most unruly artist.