American entertainer Tyrese Gibson, recognized for his roles in "Fast and Furious" and as a well-known R&B singer, was arrested in court on Monday morning due to ongoing issues with unpaid child support from his ex-wife, Samantha Lee. Gibson, who shares a 5-year-old daughter named Soraya with Lee, appeared before Judge Kevin Farmer in Fulton County, Georgia, amid a protracted battle over his child support obligations.

Reports suggest that Gibson had repeatedly failed to comply with a court order requiring him to pay $10,000 (approximately Ksh. 1.2 million) per month, a payment schedule that was set to begin in April of the previous year. The judge had become increasingly frustrated with Gibson’s non-compliance, leading to the decision to hold him in contempt of court. Consequently, Gibson was led out of the courtroom in handcuffs following the judge’s ruling.

Judge Farmer outlined that Gibson could avoid jail time if he paid a total of $73,000 (about Ksh. 9.4 million). This amount includes $7,500 (around Ksh. 965,000) designated to cover Samantha Lee's legal expenses. According to reports from TMZ, the "Sweet Lady" singer is actively working on arrangements to settle the outstanding debt and resolve the issue.

Prior to his court appearance, Gibson had used his Instagram account to hint at the possibility of his arrest. In a now-deleted post, he criticized Judge Farmer and the family court system, accusing them of bias and unfair treatment towards fathers. Gibson wrote, “It’s pretty clear that they hate my guts, but I must remind them of my life and success. I’ve worked hard since I was 14 years old to get here,” and expressed his dissatisfaction with the family court system, stating, “#FamilyLawCourts are the WORST TOWARDS FATHERS.”

Gibson and Lee, who tied the knot in 2017, announced their separation in 2020. They described their split as “a painful and significant development in our lives.” Besides his daughter Soraya with Lee, Gibson also has a teenage daughter named Shayla from his previous marriage to Norma Mitchell. Despite the current legal troubles, Gibson is focused on resolving the matter and supporting his children.

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Earlier that evening, Bobi Wine's aide, Najja Ssenyonj, claimed that the opposition leader had been injured in the leg during a clash with a uniformed police officer.

However, in a public statement, the Uganda Police Force refuted these claims, suggesting that Bobi Wine's injury occurred when he stumbled while entering his vehicle. This version of events was supported by officers present during the incident between Bobi Wine and the police.

According to the police statement, "On September 3, 2024, Hon. Kyagulanyi Robert was invited by Mr. George Musisi (Lawyer) to a thanksgiving ceremony in Bulindo, Kiira Municipality, Wakiso District. The ceremony ended peacefully."

The statement continued, "When leaving the venue, Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team exited their vehicles and began a procession towards Bulindo town, despite police advice against it. The procession blocked the road, prompting police intervention. During this altercation, it is reported that he sustained injuries. The police at the scene assert that he stumbled while getting into his vehicle, whereas Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team allege he was shot."

The police department announced that an investigation is underway to clarify the conflicting accounts.

"He was taken to Najaeem Medical Center in Bulindo for first aid. The police will investigate the shooting allegations and related incidents," the statement concluded.

This police account contrasts with Bobi Wine's aide's report, which claimed that the opposition leader was injured in the leg during the confrontation and subsequently taken to Nsambya Hospital in Kampala for treatment.

Incident in Uganda Follows Museveni’s Comments on Regional Politics

This incident in Uganda comes barely a few days after Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni made notable comments about regional politics during a speech at State House. Museveni criticized Kenyan MP Babu Owino, accusing him of supporting anti-National Resistance Movement (NRM) groups in Uganda, based on intelligence reports. Babu Owino, who supports Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine, responded by emphasizing the need for leadership that addresses poverty and ensures equal opportunities across Africa.

In his speech, Museveni noted that although he had been aware of Babu Owino’s support for Bobi Wine, he had not previously made such accusations. The comments led to a response from Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who argued that Museveni should use diplomatic channels rather than public forums for such claims.

The incident involving Bobi Wine, where allegations surfaced about him being shot, adds to the tension. Bobi Wine's aide, Najja Ssenyonj, initially claimed the opposition leader was injured during a confrontation with a police officer. However, the Uganda Police Force countered that Bobi Wine's injury occurred when he stumbled while entering his vehicle. The police have stated that an investigation is ongoing to clarify the situation.

This integrates Museveni’s recent comments with the unfolding incident involving Bobi Wine.