“In the meantime, I pledge to continue cooperating with all ongoing investigations as initiated by the relevant organs of the state to get to the root of all the allegations raised,” she said. Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among has withdrawn from the race for Speaker of the 12th Parliament amid mounting pressure following […]
Sources familiar with the investigation said the raid forms part of a broader crackdown targeting senior public officials suspected of abusing public office for personal gain. A high-stakes joint security operation led by the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), with backing from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and other security agencies, have this afternoon (Saturday […]
In a strongly worded message posted on his X platform, Muhoozi showered Oboth-Oboth with praise, describing him as the best-performing minister in government over the last five years and openly declaring support for his Speakership bid. The battle for the Speakership of Uganda’s 12th Parliament has taken a dramatic and potentially decisive turn after Chief […]
On Wednesday, Nameere intensified the attacks against Kabanda, accusing him of allegedly using threats and political pressure to solicit money from influential figures while hiding in Gen. Muhoozi’s back. The Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has defended the movement’s Secretary General and Kasambya County MP, David Kabanda, amid escalating […]
Defending the Speaker, Nameere argued that Among has several wealthy associates and that receiving an expensive gift should not come as a surprise to the public. Masaka Woman Member of Parliament-elect Justine Nameere has defended Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among over public criticism surrounding a recently surfaced Rolls Royce, saying the luxury vehicle was […]
The controversy comes amid growing public backlash over Among’s recent lavish spending, including the purchase of a brand-new Rolls-Royce valued at over Shs 3.7 billion, raising questions about the source of her funds. The outgoing Speaker of Parliament Rt. Hon. Anita Among is facing intense scrutiny after a group of Ugandan citizens filed a formal […]
However, the latest directive instructs PLU members-elect to instead support candidates to be presented by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for both positions. The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has officially withdrawn its earlier endorsement of candidates for the top leadership positions in Uganda’s Parliament, according to a statement released on May 12, 2026. In the […]
“The NRM has not officially backed anyone,” Wanyoto said, urging party leaders including President Museveni to give her candidacy due consideration. Heavy Security as Prime Suspect in UCU Dean’s Murder Appears in Mukono Court Against the backdrop of history at Malukhu Ward, near the late Maumbe’s building where President Yoweri Museveni once survived an assassination […]
Nambooze dismissed the Speaker’s comments, questioning Among’s political role and presence in Mukono during the President’s visit. Lost in Translation: Minister Mutasingwa’s Blunder Steals the Show at NRM Rally Mukono Municipality Member of Parliament Betty Nambooze has sharply responded to remarks by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, who publicly praised President Yoweri Museveni […]
The floor has been opened for the Speaker of Parliament, Annet Anita Among and the First Deputy Prime Minister, Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga to contest for the post of the NRM National Vice Chairperson (Female). According to the preliminary results, Among is in the early lead as the voting is still underway. While addressing the delegates, […]