Bobi Wine: I'm paying the cost of a failed state

Musician-turned-politicians Bobi Wine candidly spoke about the continued frustration from authorities by blocking him from performing at concerts.

The 36-year-old legislator -- whom many Ugandans have described as the new face of opposition -- raised the concern before Parliament on Tuesday.

In a televised interview on Thursday, Wine said he is now 'paying the cost of a failed state where there are no institutions'.

"It's institutions that are supposed to be independent but are being used to play politics."

The Kyadondo East legislator reiterated that he will not stop fighting for his rights and freedom -- because he has no other option and 'will die trying'.

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Wine's crisis started early this year when his influence made him a kingmaker after rallying behind several candidates to win parliamentary seats.

"My music career is making them hit the rocks, you get me. You can't fight music. These people are fighting things they can't touch."

Blocked concerts

Bobi Wine has been blocked from attending and performing at several music concerts.

Last week, the legislator's team was arrested in Jinja town and allegedly ordered from a hotel on gunpoint ahead of a show.

The Speaker of Parliament has since tasked the Prime Minister to provide a detailed statement about the continued crackdown on the popular musician.