“I Openly Told Bobi Wine That He Was Wrong About Mpuuga & It’s Important To Respect One Another” MP Ssegona Speaks Out

As the National Unity Platform (NUP) embarks on its vetting process for the upcoming general elections, Busiro East MP Hon. Medard Lubega Ssegona has broken his silence over the criticism he’s faced for publicly supporting Hon. Mathias Mpuuga—his longtime ally and friend. The backlash, especially from NUP supporters on social media, has been swift and intense, with many accusing Ssegona of betrayal.

Ssegona and Mpuuga have shared a long political journey. They rose through the Democratic Party (DP) together before joining NUP in a united front for change. However, their paths began to diverge after Mpuuga was expelled from NUP following a scandal involving a controversial Shs 500 million “service award.” In the aftermath, Mpuuga launched a new political outfit—the Democratic Front.

Ssegona’s attendance at the Democratic Front’s launch in Masaka sparked outrage within NUP circles. Supporters interpreted his presence as a clear act of disloyalty. But Ssegona insists that he attended solely as a friend and did not use the platform to speak against his party.

“I didn’t go there to betray anyone. I was invited, and I went alone. I didn’t utter a single word against my party,” he stated.

Amid mounting criticism, Ssegona has now offered a public explanation. He revealed that he had directly informed NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) of his position, stating he could not condemn Mpuuga because he believed Mpuuga had not committed any wrongdoing.

“My allegiance to the party has never changed,” Ssegona said. “We’re not always going to agree on every issue. I’ve had 100 discussions with my president. Why is this one disagreement being blown out of proportion?”

He emphasized that disagreements within a party do not mean disloyalty, and standing by a friend does not amount to sabotage.

Still, his words have not quelled the storm. Online, NUP loyalists continue to question his intentions, with some pointing to past comments where Ssegona reportedly hinted at a future ambition to succeed Bobi Wine as party president. These remarks have only added fuel to the fire, increasing mistrust among supporters.

As NUP’s vetting continues and the 2026 elections approach, the big question remains: will Ssegona be trusted with the party’s endorsement again, or has this episode damaged his standing beyond repair?

For now, Ssegona stands firm—prioritizing personal integrity, friendship, and honesty over political convenience. Whether that choice works in his favor will soon be revealed by both the party and the people.

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