Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has once again attracted public attention after issuing a strong warning message on social media that appeared to target some government officials he believes have disrespected him in past exchanges.
In his statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Gen Muhoozi said that some individuals believe that once they are appointed ministers, they automatically become untouchable and free from consequences.
He went on to challenge that belief, stating that holding a ministerial position does not give anyone immunity from accountability in personal or political matters.
His message included the phrase, “They can run but they can’t hide,” which quickly circulated online and sparked renewed debate among social media users and political observers.
Although he did not mention names directly in that specific line, the comments were widely interpreted as referring to previous online exchanges involving Dr Chris Baryomunsi.
The two public figures have recently been at the center of attention due to a series of heated remarks exchanged on social media platforms.
At the heart of the disagreement are earlier comments in which Baryomunsi allegedly used strong language to describe Gen Muhoozi’s personality and behavior.
One of the most widely discussed remarks attributed to Baryomunsi was the use of the phrase “Peter Pan syndrome,” which sparked strong reactions from supporters of the General.
Gen Muhoozi’s latest statement appears to be a continuation of his response to those earlier comments, which he has repeatedly described as disrespectful and unacceptable.
He has also previously accused Baryomunsi of making personal remarks that went beyond political criticism and entered into family-related territory.
In earlier posts, Muhoozi expressed anger over what he described as insults directed at his upbringing and his mother, which he said crossed a personal boundary.
The renewed warning has reignited public debate about the tone and nature of communication among senior political and military figures in Uganda.
Some observers see the exchange as part of a broader pattern of increasingly public political disagreements being played out on social media platforms.
Others argue that such statements risk escalating tensions unnecessarily, especially when they involve individuals holding high-ranking positions in government and security institutions.
Dr Chris Baryomunsi has not issued a detailed public response to the latest warning at the time of reporting, though he has previously engaged in similar exchanges.
The situation continues to draw attention because both individuals operate within influential structures of government under the leadership of President Yoweri Museveni.
Analysts note that internal disagreements becoming public can sometimes shift focus away from policy issues and toward personality-driven discussions.
Supporters of Gen Muhoozi, however, argue that his comments reflect frustration with what they view as repeated personal attacks.
Meanwhile, critics believe that public warnings of this nature may contribute to political tension and uncertainty within leadership circles.
The phrase “they can run but they can’t hide” has since been widely shared online, generating mixed reactions from the public.
As discussions continue, attention remains on whether the situation will escalate further or settle down through private or official clarification.
For now, the statement adds another layer to the ongoing public discourse surrounding relationships among senior political figures in Uganda.
