Africa-Press – Uganda. Political tension is mounting in Mityana District following the arrest of Prossy Mukisa, popularly known as Nabbosa, a rising contender for the Mityana District Woman MP seat.
Police apprehended Mukisa at a local hotel in what opposition leaders are calling a targeted political crackdown ahead of 2026 general elections.
Eyewitnesses said the arrest appeared premeditated. Plain-clothed and uniformed officers reportedly approached Mukisa moments after she checked in, taking her away without informing hotel staff or offering any explanation.
“She had just checked in when the officers arrived. It was clear she was the target. They left quickly with her, and no one was told why,” said a hotel worker who spoke on condition of anonymity.
The arrest has drawn sharp criticism from political leaders and civil society groups, who say it threatens political freedoms and undermines women’s participation in public life.
Francis Zaake, the Mityana Municipality MP, condemned the arrest as both unjust and degrading.
“Arresting a female candidate under unclear circumstances, and in such a disrespectful way, is a threat to democracy. It sets a dangerous precedent as we approach the elections,” Zaake said.
He suggested that Mukisa’s growing popularity, particularly among youth and women, had unsettled the political establishment.
“Her influence is growing. Those who feel threatened by her progress are now resorting to intimidation,” he added.
At Mityana Central Police Station, Mukisa’s supporters gathered to demand her release. They denounced her detention as political persecution.
“This is political harassment. She hasn’t committed any crime. Her arrest is a sign that they fear her popularity,” said Mukooza Tadeo, her political assistant.
Mityana District Police Commander Steven Ojok confirmed that Mukisa was in custody but offered no further information.
“Investigations are ongoing. She will be produced in court,” he said, without elaborating on the grounds for her arrest.
The absence of formal charges has fuelled speculation and unease among residents, with many questioning whether the arrest was based on legal justification or political strategy.
Mukisa’s detention comes at a time when electoral fever is beginning to grip Uganda, with aspirants mobilising early support in anticipation of a heated 2026 contest.
The arrest, critics warn, may signal a broader pattern of pre-election suppression, particularly of emerging opposition voices.
As Mukisa remains in detention awaiting a court appearance, the focus has shifted to the conduct of security agencies and their role in electoral processes.
The incident has already inflamed an electorate known for its vocal and spirited political engagement, casting a long shadow over Mityana’s road to the next election.
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