Muhoozi Clears Air on Reports That He Threatened to Throw Kabaka into His Basement

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces and the son of President Yoweri Museveni, on Tuesday moved to dispel growing claims on social media that he had threatened the Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, after a screenshot purporting to show him attacking the monarch circulated widely online.

The military commander described the post as fabricated and insisted that it did not originate from his verified X account.

“This is a totally fake tweet. I can never say anything against someone I love and respect like His Majesty the Kabaka,” Muhoozi wrote on his official X account.

His post was accompanied by an image of the disputed screenshot stamped with large red markings reading “FAKE” and “FAKE!!!”, an unmistakable attempt to distance himself from the message.

The alleged post, which spread rapidly across social media platforms, appeared to mimic the style and format of Muhoozi’s verified account. It contained provocative remarks questioning the authority of the Buganda monarch and invoking the historical Bachwezi lineage.

“Who is the Kabaka of Buganda? I want to understand who is that man who thinks he is mightier than Bachwezi? We the Bachwezi are descendants of Jesus Christ. I’m mightier than the Kabaka of Buganda.”

No evidence emerged showing that the statement had ever been published on Muhoozi’s verified account, and supporters quickly pointed to inconsistencies in the screenshot.

The controversy erupted against the backdrop of heightened political activity online, where fabricated screenshots and manipulated social media posts have increasingly become tools in Uganda’s often heated political discourse.

For Muhoozi, whose X account has become one of the country’s most closely watched political platforms, the episode touched on a particularly sensitive subject. The Buganda Kingdom remains Uganda’s most influential traditional institution, and relations between national political actors and the kingdom are frequently scrutinized.

The general’s denial was notable not only because it was direct, but also because it contrasted sharply with a record of public statements in which he has repeatedly expressed admiration for the Kabaka.

Over the past several years, Muhoozi has used social media to praise the Buganda monarch and signal affinity with the kingdom.

On Dec. 29, 2024, he wrote: “I have never said this because I respect him so much. Kabaka Mutebi is someone I admire alot.”

Months later, on April 6, 2025, he posted: “I did my 100 push ups for Kabaka this morning.”

The same day, he followed with another message: “Awangaale Ayi Ssabasajja Kabaka!”

His public references to the monarch have extended beyond expressions of loyalty and respect. On June 26, 2025, Muhoozi humorously suggested a gathering of prominent political and cultural figures whom he described as “First Sons.”

“We are going to organize a meeting of President’s sons very soon. Myself, His Majesty the Kabaka, Hon.Akena, General Taban and Hon.Oryem. We shall proclaim the agenda of the so called ‘First Sons’,” he wrote.

Even when discussing historical narratives linked to the Chwezi or Bachwezi people — a recurring theme in some of his social media commentary — Muhoozi has occasionally linked the discussion to Buganda’s history without diminishing the kingdom’s leadership.

On May 6, 2026, he posted: “I agree Kabaka Mutesa I was a Muchwezi for sure. No doubt!”

Those statements have been cited by his supporters as evidence that the viral screenshot was inconsistent with his publicly expressed views.

The latest controversy is not the first time false or disputed social media content has circulated in Muhoozi’s name. Fact-checkers and political observers have previously identified fabricated posts that appeared designed to inflame tensions around ethnic, cultural or political issues.

Several of those incidents involved attempts to portray Muhoozi as hostile toward influential institutions or individuals despite a lack of evidence that the posts originated from his verified account.

The spread of misinformation has become a growing challenge in Uganda as political actors increasingly rely on digital platforms to communicate with supporters. Screenshots, often stripped of context and difficult for casual users to verify, can travel widely before corrections gain similar traction.

Tuesday’s denial came at a time when speculation about Uganda’s future political direction remains intense. Muhoozi, long viewed as a central figure in discussions about political succession, commands a substantial online following and frequently uses social media to comment on national affairs, military matters and historical themes.

That visibility has also made him a frequent target of online misinformation campaigns, according to supporters and analysts who monitor Uganda’s digital political space.

For now, Muhoozi’s position on the matter appears unequivocal.

“This is a totally fake tweet. I can never say anything against someone I love and respect like His Majesty the Kabaka.”

Muhoozi has threatened to arrest more opposition politicians, with one of them, Ssemujju Nganda, telling him he is not afraid of being killed but warning that he too will die one day. Muhoozi has also threatened to remove Joel Ssenyonyi from his LOP position. (See Details Here, There and Over There).

Relatedly, Muhoozi has told Judge Baguma to dismiss Besigye ‘hanging’ case with costs, as reported Here.

Meanwhile, President Museveni reportedly plans to make his son Muhoozi president but there is an attempted assassination in the mix, according to a popular prophet.

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