Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has demanded an apology from Minister for the Presidency Milly Babalanda over what he describes as “falsehoods,” warning that she could lose her government position if she does not apologise.In a post on X, Muhoozi directly addressed Babalanda, saying her reported remarks about President Yoweri Museveni’s political future and the 2031 elections were unacceptable.
“I want an apology from Minister Babalanda for spreading falsehoods. Otherwise, she will lose her job!” Muhoozi stated.The confrontation comes shortly after Muhoozi publicly declared his intention to contest for president in 2031, intensifying debate over the future of Uganda’s political leadership.
Muhoozi’s camp has portrayed his 2031 ambitions as having received approval from President Museveni, while Babalanda has reportedly indicated that Museveni could still be on the ballot in 2031.The conflicting positions have sparked fresh questions about the ruling establishment’s plans for political succession and whether Museveni intends to seek another term beyond the 2026 elections.
Muhoozi did not provide details of the statements he was disputing, but his warning to Babalanda has elevated the disagreement into a high-profile political confrontation between two senior figures within the government.Babalanda’s response to the demand is now likely to attract significant attention as debate over Uganda’s 2031 political future continues to grow.
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