Political panic is reportedly spreading among Members of Parliament believed to be loyal to Speaker Anita Annet Among following growing investigations and public scrutiny surrounding her leadership and alleged extravagant spending.
According to information circulating within political circles, several MPs from the Teso, Bugisu, and Karamoja sub-regions have quietly started removing Among’s photos from their WhatsApp and social media profile accounts in what observers are describing as a sign of growing fear and political distancing.
The sudden changes reportedly began shortly after fresh reports emerged linking some of Among’s close allies to controversial political activities and ongoing investigations involving large sums of money.
Sources claim that after returning from Kyankwanzi, many newly elected MPs from the three regions had openly displayed photos of Anita Annet Among on their WhatsApp and X accounts as a sign of loyalty and political alignment.
However, by Friday evening, the situation had reportedly changed dramatically. Most of the MPs are said to have replaced Among’s photos with their own personal pictures, images of President Yoweri Museveni, or religious symbols.
Some political insiders described the sudden move as a silent political message showing that several leaders no longer want to be publicly associated with the troubled Speaker as pressure continues mounting against her camp.
Reports further suggest that even politicians who were previously known for avoiding religious symbolism have now started using photos of the Holy Mother Mary and other religious images on their profiles, a move many interpreted as a sign of fear, uncertainty, and political survival instincts.
The tension reportedly intensified following the arrest of Masaka City Woman MP Justine Nameere, a legislator widely viewed as one of Among’s outspoken defenders and political mobilizers.
According to security sources, Nameere was reportedly arrested by plainclothes operatives after allegations emerged claiming she had been discouraging MPs from attending the thanksgiving prayers organized by Cabinet Minister Jacob Oboth-Oboth in Mukono.
Investigators reportedly suspected that efforts were being made to undermine the event because of its growing political significance within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
Sources further allege that Nameere’s phone communications had allegedly been under monitoring by intelligence agencies, with reports suggesting she had promised financial support to some MPs if they avoided attending the thanksgiving ceremony.
The developments have deepened political anxiety among legislators believed to have close ties to Among and her inner circle. Several MPs are now reportedly worried that investigations could expand further and expose additional political operations.
According to reports, security operatives allegedly recovered sacks containing billions of shillings from Nameere’s residence during the operation. Authorities, however, have not officially confirmed the exact amount recovered or the source of the money.
Political observers say the growing fear among MPs reflects the seriousness of the ongoing investigations and the possibility that more influential figures could soon be questioned by security agencies.
Meanwhile, reliable information reaching political news desks indicates that the Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has reportedly been summoned to State House at Plot 1.
Sources claim the URA boss was directed to provide documentation and records related to imported goods allegedly linked to Anita Annet Among and individuals associated with her network.
The reports have intensified speculation that investigations surrounding the Speaker may now be expanding beyond political mobilization claims to include scrutiny of wealth accumulation and import transactions.
Across social media, Ugandans reacted with mixed emotions to reports of MPs abandoning Among’s photos from their profiles. Some users mocked the politicians for quickly distancing themselves from someone they had previously praised publicly.
Others argued that the sudden change demonstrated how quickly political alliances can collapse once powerful figures begin facing pressure from security agencies and public criticism.
Political analysts believe the latest developments may significantly weaken Among’s influence within Parliament as fear continues spreading among legislators worried about being linked to ongoing investigations.
For now, the reported removal of Anita Annet Among’s photos from MPs’ profiles has become a powerful symbol of the growing uncertainty and panic currently unfolding within sections of Uganda’s ruling political establishment.
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