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Mpuuga, who is also the National Coordinator of the Democratic Alliance and former Leader of Opposition, stated that the continued harassment of People Power/NUP supporters since 2019 will not cleanse the National Resistance Movement (NRM) regime’s intentions.
KAMPALA: The Commissioner of Parliament Mathias Mpuuga has criticized President Museveni, accusing him of perpetuating political persecution and stifling opposition voices.
Mpuuga, who is also the National Coordinator of the Democratic Alliance and former Leader of Opposition, stated that the continued harassment of People Power/NUP supporters since 2019 will not cleanse the National Resistance Movement (NRM) regime’s intentions.
Taking to his X handle, Mpuuga asserted that Museveni has only one viable option for what remains of his legacy slow down, step back, and listen to the people. He emphasized that initiating a genuine transition from Museveni’s rule is the only remedy, as any internal regime-led transition would be “political fraud” that worsens the situation.
“With the country at the threshold and a dark cloud hovering over regional politics, all voices of reason need to speak out,” Mpuuga said, calling on Ugandans to reclaim their rightful stake in the nation’s future.
He described the current political climate as dire, with a “tired regime” trying to suppress efforts to introduce fresh leadership. According to Mpuuga, the next election is already compromised, manipulated by corrupt processes.
“Museveni has lost everything to time and space. His actions may ensure his survival, but they cannot sustain the nation,” he stated.
Mpuuga also condemned the continued persecution of opposition figures like Dr. Kizza Besigye, saying it is a familiar cycle of repression.
His remarks followed a security raid at the National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters, where police allegedly conducted a search for illegal military training activities.
NUP President Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) posted on X that security forces raided the NUP School of Leadership in Kamwokya, confiscating books, computers, T-shirts, and essential documents.
“They ransacked all offices, took every document, even those on the noticeboard, broke doors, and shattered glass. This is a regime in absolute fear,” Kyagulanyi posted.
He further alleged that some confiscated computers, phones, and electronic devices were traced to Police Headquarters in Naguru and CMI (DIS) headquarters in Mbuya.
He claimed security forces were attempting to hack into the devices, but NUP’s IT team was working to protect its data.
“These criminals forget they are dealing with a more sophisticated generation. We’ve been monitoring their actions in real-time,” Kyagulanyi stated.
