Political commentator Frank Gashumba has revealed that he once lost interest in life and was not afraid of death, saying having a family later changed his outlook.“I wasn’t scared of death. I had given up on life. I would just enjoy my money. But now things changed now that I have a family,” Gashumba said.
He made the remarks while discussing former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda’s decision to remain in exile, saying people’s circumstances and responsibilities can shape difficult choices.Gashumba said he supports Ssemujju’s decision, arguing that staying alive allows someone to continue contributing to society.“A lion can’t be tough when it’s dead. Even a cat can pee in a dead lion’s ears,” he said.
He noted that fear of arrest, detention and other challenges can influence opposition figures to remain outside Uganda.Ssemujju has maintained that his decision to stay abroad is personal, saying exile allows him to continue research, advocacy and political engagement that could be restricted if he were imprisoned.Gashumba’s comments have sparked discussion about how family, responsibility and personal safety can fundamentally change a person’s priorities and decisions.
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