In a statement shared on X, Mutesi said she had not taken the allegations lightly and confirmed that she had formally instructed her legal representatives to handle the matter. She attached a legal notice issued by Kampala-based law firm Mbidde & Co. Advocates, signalling the start of potential defamation proceedings.

“To the general public, I would like to tell you that I didn’t take allegations made by Moses Ssali aka Bebe Cool lightly and in the interest of ensuring that all matters are handled appropriately, I have formally referred this matter to my legal counsel,” she wrote.

The legal letter, dated June 17, 2026, accuses Bebe Cool of publishing defamatory statements on his verified X account, alleging that Mutesi was involved in fraudulent activity in 2025. The lawyers argue that the claims are false, malicious, and have damaged her reputation.

The notice further states that Mutesi has never had any dealings with the singer and challenges the alleged phone number used in the accusations, describing it as unrelated to her identity and linked to impersonators.

The lawyers have demanded an immediate retraction of the statements, a public apology, and a written undertaking within 48 hours, warning that failure to comply will lead to legal proceedings.

The dispute stems from earlier claims by Bebe Cool alleging that Mutesi was involved in a scam that used the names of Rwanda and Arsenal F.C. Mutesi has previously denied the allegations, suggesting she may have been impersonated online.

The escalating feud has drawn widespread attention on social media, with fans on both sides closely following the unfolding dispute.

Further developments are expected as the legal deadline approaches.

Former Miss Rwanda 2016 Jolly Mutesi has threatened legal action against Ugandan musician Bebe Cool following accusations linking her to an alleged fraud scheme, escalating a public dispute that has unfolded on social media.