“If Not For Me, You Would Be A Nobody But Unfortunately You Betrayed Me” Angry Rebecca Kadaga To Busoga Leaders

The race for the NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC) Second Vice Chairperson seat has sparked political tensions in Busoga, revealing deep divisions among its leaders. At the heart of this controversy is Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, the Kamuli District Woman MP and First Deputy Prime Minister, who recently launched a strong attack on her critics, accusing them of betrayal and sabotage.

Kadaga expressed her frustrations during a gathering in Jinja, where she openly criticized certain members of the Busoga Parliamentary Group. She accused them of abandoning their responsibility to serve the region and, instead, working against her leadership. She stressed the importance of addressing pressing regional issues, such as the deteriorating road network and neglected railway infrastructure, rather than focusing on internal conflict. Kadaga argued that fighting fellow Musogas only weakens the region and called for unity among the leaders.

Among her harshest criticisms was the accusation against Kigulu South MP Milton Muwuma. She claimed he was distributing funds provided by the Speaker of Parliament, Annette Anita Among, with the intention of undermining her influence in Busoga. Muwuma defended his actions, stating they were part of his commitment to service delivery, but Kadaga dismissed this as political maneuvering.

Kadaga also extended her criticisms to the Busoga Kingdom, specifically targeting Second Prime Minister Ahmed Noor Osuman and Women Affairs Minister Yudaya Babirye, accusing them of siding with her rivals. She reminded them of her crucial role in resolving the Kyabazinga leadership crisis and emphasized that they owed their positions to her efforts. She boldly declared that no one could uproot her now.

The root of this conflict lies in the challenge posed to Kadaga’s position by Speaker Among in the upcoming NRM elections. As tensions rise, the people of Busoga are watching closely, hoping for leadership that will prioritize regional progress over personal rivalries. The outcome, whether it will foster unity or deepen divisions, remains uncertain.