Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Seized by Army Helicopter After Tense Election Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine was forcibly taken from his home by security forces and flown away in an army helicopter on Friday, according to his party. The incident came a day after elections that were marred by reports of violence. His party said Wine’s private security guards were violently assaulted during the operation, raising fresh concerns over human rights abuses and political repression in Uganda. #BobiWine #UgandaElection #AfricaPolitics #HumanRights

Wahala For Uganda: Army Helicopter Snatches Bobi Wine As Museveni Tightens Grip After Tense Election Tension don burst for Uganda after opposition leader Bobi Wine was forcefully arrested and flown away in an army helicopter barely one day after the controversial election. Security forces reportedly stormed his home, assaulted his guards and took him to an unknown location, raising fresh fears of repression under President Museveni’s long rule. The arrest comes amid reports of internet shutdown, military intimidation and deadly attacks on opposition supporters, including the killing of 10 campaign agents. With Museveni leading early results, critics say the election was marred by violence and fear. #UgandaCrisis #BobiWine #AfricaPolitics

Uganda Election: Bobi Wine Alleges Ballot Stuffing, Arrests, Internet Shutdown Uganda’s opposition candidate, Bobi Wine, has accused authorities of widespread electoral malpractice on Election Day, alleging ballot stuffing, arrests of opposition officials, and a nationwide internet shutdown. In a post on X, Wine claimed polling agents were abducted or chased away, voting machines failed, and security forces targeted his party’s leaders. He urged Ugandans to reject what he called authoritarian rule and appealed to the international community not to legitimise the process. The allegations come amid long-standing concerns over disputed elections and political repression under President Yoweri Museveni. #UgandaElection #BobiWine #AfricaPolitics

Julius Malema Says He’ll Choose Nigeria and Jollof Over U.S. Visa Restrictions South African EFF leader Julius Malema has dismissed concerns over potential U.S. or U.K. visa bans, saying he does not rely on Western approval and would rather travel freely across African nations. In a fiery address, Malema declared he would happily come to Nigeria for Jollof if barred from America, recalling warm receptions and hospitality during past visits. His remarks form part of broader criticism of Western influence and growing speculation over possible travel sanctions linked to his radical economic and anti-imperialist stance. #JuliusMalema #AfricaPolitics #USVisaBan

Benin Coup Attempt: Military Intervention and Talon’s Grip on Power On December 7, 2025, Benin faced a coup attempt led by Lt. Col. Paschal Tigri, targeting President Patrice Talon amid widespread allegations of corruption, repression, and economic hardship. The Nigerian military, alongside ECOWAS and French forces, intervened to support Talon, sparking debate over Africa’s sovereignty, democracy, and foreign influence. Critics argue that Talon’s authoritarian tactics and suppression of opposition highlight the fragility of democratic governance in Benin. #BeninCoup #PatriceTalon #WestAfricaPolitics