Police in Mpigi District have arrested a 28-year-old TikTok user accused of posting videos containing alleged insults, threats and offensive remarks targeting President Yoweri Museveni, First Lady Janet Museveni and Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba.The suspect, identified as Lawrence Kyambade, was arrested from Kalongero area in Nabitete Parish, Buwama Sub-county, after police launched a search following the circulation of the alleged video.
According to police, Kyambade made statements that included threats and remarks against the leaders, as well as comments about President Museveni’s relationship with the Banyankole community and Buganda Kingdom.
Mpigi police spokesperson Lydia Tumushabe confirmed the arrest, saying investigations were ongoing to establish the motive and circumstances behind the posts.Police said the suspect allegedly gave different names during questioning, including those of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and former President Idi Amin Dada.Authorities have warned social media users against posting content that violates the law, saying individuals who misuse online platforms will be held accountable.
