Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) figure Daudi Kabanda has reportedly returned to school to study law at Uganda Pentecostal University after facing public mockery over his educational background from former Aruu County MP Odonga Otto.
The development has attracted attention after Otto revealed Kabanda’s reported enrolment and used the opportunity to ridicule him. In a social media post, Otto wrote, “He has gone back to school. To study law… The purpose of education is to fill an empty head.”
Otto also alleged that Kabanda’s security entourage had raised concerns among fellow students at the university. His comments sparked reactions online, with some of Kabanda’s supporters defending his decision to pursue further education.
One supporter, Grace, argued that Kabanda had first established himself in politics before returning to school. She suggested that building political connections and financial stability had made it easier for him to pursue education later in life.
Kabanda appeared to agree with her defence by quoting her post and describing her as “Intelligent.” His response added to the discussion about his reported enrolment and the criticism he has faced over his academic qualifications.
This is not the first time Kabanda’s education has become a subject of public debate. Earlier this year, Information Minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi also took aim at his academic background during a disagreement involving Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s social media posts.
In a post dated January 31, 2026, Baryomunsi reportedly told Kabanda to “upgrade your education and reason like those who went to school.” The exchange followed the minister’s position that Muhoozi’s social media posts did not necessarily represent official government positions.
Kabanda accused Baryomunsi of undermining the army chief, prompting the minister to question Kabanda’s education and reasoning. The exchange further fuelled public debate over the PLU figure’s academic credentials.
Kabanda’s reported decision to study law has now brought the issue back into the spotlight. While Otto’s remarks have drawn attention to his return to school, Kabanda’s supporters have defended the move, arguing that pursuing education should not be mocked simply because someone chooses to do so later in life.
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