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Tunachokijua.
H.E. Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Kaguta Museveni was officially sworn in as President of the Republic of Uganda for the 2026–2031 term at a colourful ceremony held at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds on May 12, 2026.
Claim
A digitally manipulated Video is circulating online via X(formally Twitter) claiming that President Yoweri Museveni held a gun during his swearing-in ceremony instead of a Bible.
Verdict
A review conducted by JamiiCheck has established that the video circulating is false and misrepresents the original message.
Official coverage from credible outlets (Daily Monitor, UBS, Television, New Vision, BBC, Reuters) shows Museveni holding a Bible, not a firearm.
Authentic photos and videos from the ceremony confirm this fact.
Image analysis indicates the gun was digitally inserted into the photo using AI
Original Video.
Conclusion.
This image is a clear case of misinformation designed to mislead the public.
