NUP Wrangles!! Mpuuga Speaks Out On His Relationship With Bobi Wine, Who Pays People To Blackmail Him On Social Media

Nyendo-Mukungwe MP, Mathias Mpuuga, has addressed the speculation within the National Unity Platform (NUP) regarding a supposed plot to remove him from the party’s ranks ahead of the 2026 general election.

There are reports circulating about a plan, allegedly orchestrated by Masaka City Woman Councillor Alice Nanungi and certain party leaders in Kampala, particularly led by Fred Nyanzi, the party’s secretary for mobilisation.

It’s purported that Nyanzi, supposedly acting on directives from his brother and NUP president, Robert Kyagulanyi, aims to undermine Mpuuga’s position using the ‘Kkunga Uganda’ campaign and strategize to unseat him in 2026. Both Nyanzi and Nanungi have vehemently denied these claims, refuting any involvement in such machinations against Mpuuga, who also serves as the party’s deputy president for the Buganda region.

Mpuuga dismissed the alleged plot with humor, highlighting his extensive experience with electoral competition. He welcomed potential challengers, citing his history of facing multiple opponents in past elections.

Regarding the deployment of the ‘Kkunga Uganda’ campaign in Masaka City, Mpuuga downplayed its significance, labeling it as trivial amidst his larger responsibilities.When asked about his relationship with Kyagulanyi, Mpuuga maintained a pragmatic stance, emphasizing the division of labor within the party and his dedication to his assigned tasks.

With NUP’s growing prominence as the main Opposition party in Uganda, questions arise about its longevity and internal cohesion. Mpuuga refrained from making sweeping predictions, focusing on his specific role in unifying the party within the Buganda region.

The reported discord between Mpuuga and certain NUP leaders aligned with Kyagulanyi, regarding the party’s strategic approach to Opposition politics, has persisted for two years. Mpuuga stands accused of adopting a less confrontational political stance, diverging from the perceived imperative of advocating for regime change in Uganda.

During a political talk show on BBS yesterday, Mpuuga highlighted the concerning trend of people threatening and blackmailing politicians online to tarnish their reputation, aiming to weaken their support within the party and their constituencies.

Mpuuga’s remarks suggest that this conduct is not only common but also financially advantageous, indicating a troubling misuse of social media for nefarious purposes.

According to Mpuuga, the widespread usage of social media has provided a platform for expressing oneself and engaging in conversations, but it has also facilitated negative behaviors like extortion, harassment, and cyberbullying. Targeting public figures, especially politicians, can have significant consequences for both individuals and public confidence in the democratic system.