National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi has firmly dismissed reports suggesting he is engaged in secret negotiations with Yoweri Museveni to secure his return to Uganda.
Speaking during an interview with France 24, Kyagulanyi made it clear that his party’s legitimacy is not something to be bargained for.
“We don’t need any negotiations for our party to be recognised. The law is not to be negotiated,” he stated.
His comments come amid growing speculation that William Popp was allegedly mediating talks between him and the Ugandan government.
However, Bobi Wine strongly rejected the claims, distancing himself from what he described as “transactional politics.”
“We are for dialogue, but not transactional dialogue. I am not going to negotiate my freedom—it has to be guaranteed,” he added.
Despite shutting down negotiation rumors, the opposition leader reaffirmed his commitment to returning home.
“I intend to go back to my country. My fight, my work and my citizenship are in Uganda.”
Recent developments—including reports of reduced security presence at his Magere residence and the release on bail of key National Unity Platform figures like Jacklyn Tukamushaba, Lina Zedriga, and John Mary Ssebuwufu—had fueled speculation of possible behind-the-scenes engagements.