NUP Leader Lutalo Nicholas ‘Starboi’ Abducted in Uganda

By A Correspondent | ZimEye | Kampala, Uganda – March 2, 2025 – A prominent National Unity Platform (NUP) mobilizer, Lutalo Nicholas, widely known as Starboi, has reportedly been abducted by gun-wielding men outside the Makerere University Business School (MUBS) gate.

The shocking incident, which occurred around 4:00 PM on Friday, was confirmed by NUP leader Bobi Wine, who took to social media to condemn the abduction. According to reports, Lutalo was forced into a drone (a type of van commonly linked to forced disappearances in Uganda) before being taken to an undisclosed location.

Police Deny Holding Lutalo

The area police, when contacted, allegedly denied having Lutalo in their custody. However, they admitted that he was briefly held at MUBS Police Post before being taken away to an unknown destination. Despite efforts from his family, lawyers, and fellow NUP members to trace him, his whereabouts remain unknown.

Growing Concerns Over Political Abductions

Lutalo’s disappearance has sparked outrage among opposition supporters, with Bobi Wine denouncing the act as growing lawlessness in Uganda. His statement demands Lutalo’s unconditional release and highlights concerns over the targeting of political activists.

Social media has since been flooded with demands for justice, with hashtags such as:
• #StopAbductionsUG
• #FreeAllPoliticalPrisonersUg
• #FreeUganda

A Pattern of Political Crackdowns?

This latest abduction raises serious concerns about the state of political freedoms in Uganda. The NUP, Uganda’s main opposition party, has frequently accused the government of intimidation, illegal detentions, and human rights abuses.

As pressure mounts on authorities to account for Lutalo’s disappearance, human rights organizations and opposition figures are calling for urgent intervention and transparency from security agencies.

This is a developing story—updates will follow as more information emerges.