Ugandan singer Beenie Gunter has finally returned home after the unfortunate journey that saw him facing unexpected challenges abroad. Last month, the artist found himself in a situation when he was arrested at Dubai airport, just as he was preparing to board his flight back home following a successful performance in the Dubai.
The circumstances surrounding his arrest were shrouded in mystery, with initial reports indicating that he was detained on charges of property damage allegedly committed during his time in Dubai. Shocked and bewildered, Gunter was swiftly transferred to Abu Dhabi prison, where he awaited his fate.
However, what followed was a remarkable display of solidarity and support from fans, friends, and well-wishers both online and on the ground. Calls for intervention from the Ugandan government flooded social media platforms, with many demanding swift action to secure Gunter’s release and safe return home.
After weeks of uncertainty and anxiety, news broke that Beenie Gunter had been freed from detention and is now back to his homeland.
The joyous announcement was made official through a heartwarming video posted on TikTok by Gunter’s girlfriend, Nickie Berry, who captured the emotional moment of their reunion with the caption “Welcome back Papito.”
Beenie Gunter is yet to release an official communication but that’s expected in due course.
