Businessman and politician Abraham Luzzi has warned Ugandans supporting Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s presidential ambitions to carefully examine their decision, arguing that the country could regret endorsing him as President Yoweri Museveni’s successor.
In a video shared on his social media platforms, Luzzi questioned whether Muhoozi understands the everyday struggles of ordinary Ugandans, particularly those battling rising living costs, unemployment and the challenges of running businesses.
Luzzi, who says he personally supports the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) and Muhoozi’s political ambitions, explained that his support does not mean he agrees with everything surrounding the general’s political journey. He challenged fellow supporters to look beyond political excitement and consider the experiences of the person they want to lead the country.
According to Luzzi, Muhoozi has never experienced the frustration of starting a business only for it to collapse, struggling to pay electricity bills, buying expensive water or internet data, or going through a prolonged power blackout.
He further questioned whether the army chief has ever experienced sleeping hungry or working under an employer where his monthly income depends on the performance of the organisation. Luzzi argued that Muhoozi’s privileged upbringing has largely shielded him from the financial difficulties experienced by ordinary citizens.
The businessman also made claims about Muhoozi’s salary, suggesting that he may never have needed to spend it because his father is the President. He argued that this could explain why the general sometimes responds to people without appearing concerned about how his remarks are received.
“You may find out that he has even never used the salary he gets because his father is the president. No wonder he replies to everyone as he wants; he doesn’t care what you will say,” Luzzi remarked.
Luzzi’s comments have brought renewed attention to questions about privilege, economic experience and leadership in Uganda’s succession debate. The businessman, who contested in the 2026 general elections as an independent candidate but lost, maintains that supporting a political movement should not prevent Ugandans from questioning its leaders and examining the issues that could shape the country’s future.
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