Ugandan President’s Son Returns to X with Controversial Tweets Just a Week After Announcing Permanent Exit

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Barely a week after announcing his departure from social media, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, has made a dramatic return to X (formerly Twitter). The 50-year-old army general, known for his provocative online presence, resumed posting on Thursday, reigniting debates about his military conduct and political ambitions.

“I’m back!” Gen. Kainerugaba declared in his first post from his newly verified account, @mkainerugaba, which has already attracted over 1,000 followers. True to form, his return was marked by a series of inflammatory tweets, including a promise to “shake up this world!”

Among his new posts, the general ordered the immediate arrest of any opposition figure found wearing anything resembling Uganda’s military uniform. “And those who do not respect this order… have their own problems,” he warned.

He also made headlines by threatening to deport an unnamed U.S. diplomat for allegedly failing to salute him. “If I find him anywhere… and he doesn’t stand up and salute me… I will arrest him on the spot!” the general tweeted.

Another tweet reignited tensions with Bobi Wine, Uganda’s leading opposition figure. In a now-infamous post, Kainerugaba threatened to “cut off” Bobi Wine’s head—a statement that drew widespread condemnation. Although he later apologised, dismissing the threat as a joke, Bobi Wine stated he could not take such remarks lightly.

This marks the second time in three years that Gen. Kainerugaba has left and returned to social media. In 2022, he briefly deactivated his account following another string of contentious posts, including threats to invade neighboring Kenya, which prompted an apology from President Museveni.Ugandan President's Son Returns to X with Controversial Tweets Just a Week After Announcing Permanent Exit

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His unpredictable online behavior has frequently sparked diplomatic and public relations challenges for Uganda’s government. Despite repeated controversies, officials have often downplayed his statements, characterizing them as “casual” remarks that do not reflect state policy.

Gen. Kainerugaba’s social media activity has fueled speculation about his political aspirations. While President Museveni has ruled Uganda since 1986 and denies grooming his son as his successor, many view Kainerugaba as the heir apparent.

Critics argue that his online behavior breaches military protocol and raises questions about his suitability for leadership. Others, however, see his posts as a calculated strategy to galvanize support among younger Ugandans.

In his comeback message, Kainerugaba urged supporters to rejoin him online, stating, “I want all my people back. Bring them all back!”

While his loyal followers have welcomed his return, others remain wary of the implications of his provocative posts. As Uganda grapples with the general’s online persona, the question lingers: Are his actions a sign of personal expression, political strategy, or something more disruptive?

For now, Gen. Kainerugaba’s presence on X continues to dominate public discourse, leaving the nation and the international community watching closely.

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