Comedians Sammie and Shawa have confronted backlash on social media for mocking National Unity Platform chief Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, often known as Bobi Wine.
Last Wednesday, whereas acting at Comedy Store, the comedians made enjoyable of Bobi Wine’s accidents and insinuated that he had faked them, which didn’t sit properly with NUP supporters.
However, the 2 have apologized for the mockery and expressed remorse for his or her actions, promising by no means to repeat such habits.
They acknowledged their mistake and acknowledged that sooner or later, they are going to be extra conscious of the sensitivity and emotions of people.
“Hey everybody, we wish to take a second to apologize for our current efficiency about Principal Bobi Wine. We notice that our skit was hurtful, and for that, we’re actually sorry. Please word that our intention wasn’t to harm anybody, however to specific our creativity and humor as comedians. Thanks to your help, and we admire your love. Thank you for holding us accountable and for being a part of our journey. We’re dedicated to creating you snigger and entertain you, whereas additionally being delicate to the experiences and emotions of all people and teams,” the comedians stated in an announcement launched on their social media.
Last week, Bobi Wine sustained accidents after he was allegedly hit by a tear fuel canister in Bulindo.