In a heart wrenching turn of events, Ibra Mukaya’s quest for love through Facebook took a disastrous twist. Mukaya, a 26-year-old separated father of one from Ngeye Village in Busana Sub-county, Kayunga District, had been yearning for a wife for two long years. His hopes soared when he received a phone call on September 26 that seemed like a godsend.
The call came from Rose Nagujja, or so Mukaya believed, a woman he met on Facebook who expressed her desire to marry him. Mukaya, despite never having met Rose in person, was captivated by her voice and the affection she showered upon him. Her endearing use of pet names like “honey” melted his heart, leading him to believe in the possibility of a genuine, lasting connection.
For the next three weeks, the lovebirds exchanged sweet nothings, deepening their bond through remote pleasantries. As the relationship marked its one-month anniversary, Mukaya decided it was time to meet his beloved Rose in person.
On October 13, he sent Rose 56,000 Ugandan Shillings via mobile money to facilitate her journey to Kayunga. She arrived in Kayunga at 7:30 pm, where she was warmly welcomed by Mukaya’s eager relatives. The evening continued with a celebratory dinner, but when it came time for the lovebirds to retire to the bedroom, a series of shocking revelations began to unravel.
Mukaya was taken aback when Rose declined to take a bath, citing the cold weather. Even more disturbing was the discovery he made when Rose undressed – she had small breasts, more reminiscent of a man’s chest. Inquiries about this unusual feature led to an explanation about her family’s genetics, which only deepened the confusion.
Mukaya’s shock intensified when he felt what appeared to be a phallus during their intimate encounter. It dawned on him that the person he thought was Rose was not who he imagined or hoped her to be. As he left to inform neighbors about the situation, “Rose” disappeared through a window, triggering a frantic manhunt.
Despite the late-night pursuit, little progress was made in locating her, but the next morning brought success. “Rose” was found in the bush and handed over to local authorities, with irate residents clamoring for justice. The Busaana and Kayunga central police stations became involved in the case.
In a startling twist, it was revealed that “Rose” was not a woman at all but a 17-year-old boy named Joseph Nsubuga. The situation took a more complicated turn due to Uganda’s new anti-gay law, casting a shadow of suspicion over Mukaya.
After further investigation, it became apparent that Nsubuga’s motive was financial gain, and he denied any connection to homosexuality. Due to his minor status, the police released him to his relatives in Masaka District, rather than pursuing charges of impersonation.
Mukaya, undeterred by this unfortunate turn of events, remains committed to his quest for a wife.
