“Why Now, Why During Campaign Time?? You Are A Hypocrite” Ugandans Question Mike Mukula As He Writes To Museveni Over NRM District Chairperson’s Welfare During Campaign Season

What began as a seemingly strategic move to win favor has instead backfired for Captain Mike Mukula. His recent letter to President Yoweri Museveni, urging for improved welfare for NRM district chairpersons, has drawn fierce criticism and triggered a wave of public disapproval.

Mukula, who is campaigning for re-election as the NRM Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda, made the appeal amid rising momentum in the party’s internal elections. However, rather than earning praise, the timing of his letter has raised eyebrows, with many Ugandans dismissing it as a calculated attempt to curry favor with local party leaders.

The public reaction has been swift and unforgiving. Social media platforms lit up with accusations of political opportunism. “Why now?” has become a common refrain. One online user remarked, “You waited until elections? This is just for sympathy votes.” Others echoed the sentiment, posting comments such as, “Your time is up” and “It’s too late for damage control.”

The underlying message from Ugandans is clear: they view Mukula’s appeal not as a genuine concern, but as a campaign-season ploy.

Mukula, a longtime figure in the ruling National Resistance Movement, now finds himself grappling with a credibility crisis. Once held in high regard, especially in Eastern Uganda, he is now facing accusations of hypocrisy and manipulation. Local voices from the region that once backed him are turning critical. “You’re only doing this to win votes,” one supporter-turned-critic stated.

The fallout reflects a broader shift in Uganda’s political landscape. Voters are becoming more discerning, more vocal, and increasingly skeptical of last-minute promises. The electorate now demands consistent action—not just gestures timed around elections.

Mukula’s move, intended to showcase empathy and leadership, has instead underscored a growing disconnect between politicians and the public. Rather than advancing his campaign, it has spotlighted the very practices voters are rejecting.

Ultimately, what was meant to be a campaign boost has become a cautionary tale. In writing his letter, Mukula may have hoped to win support—but instead, many Ugandans appear to have written him off.