FAKE X(Twitter) Post attributed to Jim Spire Ssentongo

Claim

A post by a user Ngabirano Grace on X, formerly known as twitter shared an alleged post from Jim Spire Ssentongo stating that when National Unity Platform takes over from the dictator, they shall slaughter all Banyarwanda and Westerners in Central like dogs.

Okay 👍 pic.twitter.com/pLqxR6A1lW

— 🤦‍♀️ (@ngabirano_grace) October 16, 2025

Who is Dr Jimmy Spire Ssentongo

Dr. Jimmy Spire Ssentongo is one of Uganda’s most outspoken public intellectuals, known for using satire, art, and commentary to call out corruption, abuse of power, and poor governance. Through his widely followed cartoons, social media threads, and thought-provoking columns, he has become a trusted voice for civic consciousness and accountability. Spire’s work has consistently challenged both leaders and citizens to reflect on moral responsibility and integrity in public life.

Because of his influence and credibility, his name can be used to push political narratives or mislead the public. This makes it crucial to verify any content attributed to him, especially on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), where misinformation can spread quickly.

Analysis

The image shared by Ngabirano Grace claiming to be a post from Jim Spire Ssentongo is a post from an account that has an underscore on the user handle.

Jim Spire Ssentongo’s real account has no underscore sign as seen in the image below.

Further more, Jim Spire Ssentongo’s X account is verified with a blue checkmark to it.

Veridct: Fake

From the analysis above, it indicates that, the post is fabricated and fake. Jim Spire Ssentongo’s X account is verified and has no underscore. He has never posted any of that information being circulated online by Ngabirano Grace.

It’s important to always crosscheck key details of a post being attrivued to people with huge following or well known people in society before you consume it as the truth.

#FactCheck This is a #FAKE post being attributed to Prof Jim Spire Ssentongo. His official account is @SpireJim and has a verification badge. https://t.co/pELwGuGx27 pic.twitter.com/mrCCOEZ4KZ

— Debunk Media Initiative (@TheDebunkShow) October 16, 2025

Tumwine Edward

Edward Tumwine is a Digital Communications Consultant, Lecturer, and Media Viability Expert with over nine years of experience in media relations, content strategy, and digital communications. He has advised organizations and journalists on media sustainability, new media skills, and leveraging digital tools for impact. Edward currently serves as the Communications Officer at Debunk Media Initiative, where he leads strategic communications to combat misinformation. He also lectures in Multimedia Production at Uganda Christian University’s School of Journalism and Communication.