Top Story!! Hon Barnabas Tinkasiimire Breaks Silence On His Abduction, Reveals Shocking Things That Happened On That Day

Buyaga West Member of Parliament, Hon. Barnabas Tinkasiimire, has come forward with a shocking account of how he was abducted by unknown soldiers last Saturday evening.

In an emotional interview on NTV Uganda, the outspoken MP described the moment he was forcefully taken by armed men who he says were dressed in army uniform. The incident happened at around 6 PM while he was at a Rubis petrol station in Makerere.

Tinkasiimire explained that a group of soldiers suddenly approached his vehicle and dragged him out. He tried to resist, but was beaten and thrown into a van—commonly referred to in Uganda as a “drone”—often associated with illegal detentions and disappearances.

“The moment they laid hands on me, I knew I was being abducted. I was told it was because of ‘my mouth,’” he said, referring to his vocal criticism of the government.

He was blindfolded and taken to an unknown location, which he described as an abandoned house hidden in thick bushes. “I could hear the sound of convoys passing nearby—like VIP sirens—which made me think the place was near some government office,” he added.

While he didn’t reveal how he was released or what exactly happened during his detention, the MP expressed deep concern over the increasing threats facing opposition leaders in Uganda. “This is more than politics—it’s repression,” he warned.

Hon. Tinkasiimire, who has long been critical of President Yoweri Museveni’s government and its handling of democracy, believes the attack was aimed at silencing him and others like him who speak out.

His revelation has sparked outrage among citizens and rights organizations. Many believe this is yet another example of state intimidation targeting critics and opposition figures.

So far, the military has not issued a statement regarding the allegations. Meanwhile, supporters of Tinkasiimire are demanding answers and calling on authorities to investigate the incident and ensure his safety.

As pressure mounts, Ugandans are watching closely, demanding that justice be served and freedom of speech protected in the country.