Uganda – [Date] – There was drama on Sanyuka TV’s “Crossfire” show over the weekend as popular Ugandan singer Omega 256, born Shamim Murerwa, stormed off the set after a controversial introduction by host Brian Macona.
The highly provocative Sunday night talk show, known for its deep dives into the personalities of its celebrity guests, took a tense turn when Macona’s introductory remarks struck a nerve with the guest of the night, Omega 256. Macona, in his signature style, introduced Omega with a series of bold claims that left the singer visibly upset and led to her storming off the set.
The explosive moment unfolded when Macona described Omega as:
- A person who allegedly “hits on men.”
- Uneducated and arrogant.
- A home wrecker.
- A woman who dyes her hair to cover her real age.
- Disowned by her family.
- Envious of others’ success.
The singer, visibly furious, confronted Macona, calling him out for the false statements. In a heated exchange, Omega threatened the presenter, even mentioning that she knew his place of residence. She issued chilling warnings to Macona as she prepared to leave the show.
However, after a brief period of tension and some consoling from the crew, Omega 256 cooled down and returned to the set to continue with the interview. Despite the dramatic turn of events, the show proceeded, but the tension remained palpable.
Omega’s dramatic walk-off and threats to Macona sparked mixed reactions across social media. Some fans expressed their support for the singer, sympathizing with her frustration over what they saw as a disrespectful and false portrayal. Others, however, sided with Macona, defending his role as a provocative host who aims to dig deep into the lives of his guests.
This incident is not the first time Macona has faced controversy on the “Crossfire” show. A few weeks ago, singer Ziza Bafana had a similar confrontation, nearly kicking Macona in the face over similar remarks. Despite these past events, Macona’s controversial approach to hosting remains unchanged.
Reactions on social media have been divided, with some fans condemning Macona's approach while others support his hard-hitting interview style.
The show has, for better or worse, gained a reputation for bringing out intense reactions from guests, making it one of the most talked-about entertainment programs in Uganda.
