By Wycliff G; Legendary singer Jose Chameleone has opened up on his recent brawl with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) after being lined in tax invasion for his ride Toyota Land Cruiser series V8 GXR.
In his latest social media post, the ‘Baliwa’ singer revealed how he was intercepted by the URA enforcement on his way to BBS TV on Easter Sunday where he was supposed to have an interview.
“Dear all, the media is awash with news and videos circulating, involving myself and the URA enforcement officers. Let me make some clarifications. On 12th April – Easter Sunday, while enroute to BBS TV, I was intercepted by the URA enforcement at the entrance of Masengere,” he stated.
However, he regrets his verbal exchange with the URA team because of his anxiety that forced them to demand for his vehicle papers which he didn’t have at that time.
“It was less than 15 minutes to my appearance on the live TV show – EASTER CAMUKA – to which I later appeared. Because of the anxiety at that moment, I got engaged in a regrettable exchange with the URA team. The URA team demanded for papers of my car (which were not in with me at time), and I felt it could have waited, the rest is history,” Chameleone added.
Jose also apologies to his fans who felt that he fell below their expectations with his conduct towards the URA team, however he cites his celebrity and leadership capacity as some qualities that he often fights for.
“I wish to state, that as a person, in my celebrity capacity and as a leader, I have values I stand for, and I get disappointed every time I fail on them, just like that time. Therefore, for all of you my people who felt that I fell below your expectations, I’m sorry. I’m just human.”
The father of five six also explains how he and company handed over the car to URA for scrutiny the following day and since his management has been in contact with the authorities to ensure that the impasse is resolved amicably and all dues are paid accordingly after verification and assessment.
“On 13th April, 2020 – Easter Monday – we handed over the car to URA for scrutiny as requested and have assured them cooperation of our highest regard in their process of scrutiny. To enable this, I and my team are in contact with the URA to ensure that this impasse is resolved emicably and all dues are paid accordingly after verification and assessment.”
The multi-award winning music icon has further refuted from commenting on the background voice back ground voice in the Video as his car was being taken for verification that seemed to belong to his close friend at the same time events promoter, Balaam Barugaraha until he chats with him to understand his actions.
“Many people are concerned about the back ground voice in the Video as my car was being taken for verification that seem to sound like my friend, Balaam’s voice. I’ve played and replayed the video, and I think I will make a statement after a word with Balaam to understand his actions. For now, I can only say that as a key player in the music industry, he should be more careful next time.”
He lastly assures his fans and supporters that he is in good health condition and argues them to keep calm as they observe the regulations as given by the World health organization and government.
“Lastly, I assure you, all my fans and supporters, that I’m fine and enduring the lockdown. Let’s be calm, and continue observing the regulations as given by the World health organization and government. In the mean time I will continue working on more great Music. May God Bless you,” he finalized.
Imbaraga wishes you a safe stay as you practice the advised methods of combatting COVID-19, will keep you posted.
