Desire Luzinda apologises over leaked nude images

Nov 06, 2014

Musician Desire Luzinda writes an apology over leaked nude pictures of her that has drawn a plethora of public reaction.

By Samuel Ouga

Last Friday social media was awash with lewd images of local musician Desire Luzinda purportedly published by her lover.

The images and video clips, which contravene the laws of Uganda, went viral on various social media networks and also got the attention of ethic minister Simon Lokodo who said a thorough investigation would be conducted.

Luzinda, who had since maintained her silence, broke it with an apology on her Facebook page saying she feels betrayed.

Below is the letter verbatim

To all my fans in Uganda and all over the world, as you might be aware, there has been a lot of fanfare and discussion in the media and social media about my photos taken in private that were leaked to the public by a jilted lover.

The facts about this matter are that these were photos taken in privacy with someone I loved. In our private moments, we all have our “moments of madness”. The bottom line is that I trusted this person and never hoped that something done in private would find its way to the public domain irrespective of our differences.

I am aware that for many people who looked up to me as a role model, to the fans who adore my music , to the young generation that looks up to artistes like me as a symbol of the importance of grooming and growing talent, these photos must have been an upset.

I want to sincerely apologise to my mother, to my daughter, to my family, to my friends, my fans and any other people who have been offended by these images. Like I said, this was a breach of trust by someone I loved. I take full responsibility for having lost my mind to take such shameful pics. This person has not only abused that trust but now seeks to drag me down.

Those who have interacted closely with me know I am a decent person, a doting mother and an industrious woman. These images in no way should define who I am.

Let me also thank my numerous fans who have stood by me in this period—asking me to be firm amidst the tempest.

Just to let you know, the responsible authorities are doing everything possible to ensure I get justice. Once again, accept my sincere apologies.

Thank you,

Desire Luzinda.