The Uganda Communication Commission has shut down Point FM following its announcement of plans to host National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine. The shutdown occurred just ahead of Mr. Kyagulanyi’s scheduled rally in the Mubende District on October 7.  Point FM is a local radio station covering the Mubende District and its environs.

Reports indicate that officials, purportedly from the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), accompanied by security personnel, raided the station’s premises and switched it off air.

Point FM had publicly advertised its intention to host the opposition leader for a show ahead of his political rally in the region.

The raid led to the confiscation of essential broadcasting equipment, including two consoles, effectively silencing the radio station’s transmission.

Presenters at the station confirmed that this critical equipment, among other items, was seized during the operation.

Point FM is owned by Lwemiyaga County Member of Parliament (MP), Theodore Ssekikubo.

This incident takes place amidst heightened political tensions and increased media scrutiny surrounding campaign coverage in the lead-up to the 2026 general elections.

The action against Point FM follows recent reported restrictions and interference concerning rallies and media engagement with opposition figures in the local press.