“Our NUP Party NEC Is Comprised Of People Like Nubian Li, Eddy Mutwe, Dan Magic And Other Bobi Wine’s Body Guards” NUP MP Abed Bwanika Reveals

Abed Bwanika, Member of Parliament representing Kimaanya-Kabonera constituency, has stirred controversy within the National Unity Platform (NUP), the political party to which he belongs, by likening its current state to that of an Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

During his appearance on NBS TV’s Frontline show, Bwanika, aligning with former Leader of the Opposition Mathias Mpuuga in the ongoing Mpuuga-NUP dispute, expressed concerns over significant internal issues within the party.

He criticized the lack of organizational structure, coherent ideology, and national orientation within NUP, describing it as a familial entity devoid of essential frameworks for effective governance.

“It is like a family affair party, family empire, no structures, no ideology, and no national character,” Bwanika said.

He added, “One time we were called to meet members of the NUP National Executive Committee, I saw them for the first time and among them, I saw Nubian Lee, Mr. Mosh, and Eddie Mutwe.”

Bwanika’s remarks have drawn sharp criticism from various quarters, with many calling for his resignation from the party and the establishment of his own political platform.

One Edward Lule commented, “You voluntarily joined NUP, it propelled you to parliament, you are at liberty to exit. You veteran politicians have always undermined Robert Kyagulanyi but I can assure you he is unpredictable.”

“They claim NUP is failing but they don’t want to leave and we see if it will fail,” Kigozi Charles said.

Meanwhile, Kigozi Charles highlighted the contradiction in criticizing NUP’s alleged failure while hesitating to exit the party, suggesting that those dissatisfied should depart and observe the outcome.

The discord between NUP and Mpuuga emerged when the party requested Mpuuga to relinquish his role as parliamentary commissioner, citing allegations of corruption and misconduct.

Mpuuga defended himself, asserting that the Shs500 million “Service Award” he received was approved by the Parliamentary Commission as a gratuity, refuting any wrongdoing on his part.This disagreement has escalated into a confrontation involving various NUP leaders, including Robert Kyagulanyi, the party’s leader, and Mpuuga.

Many observers fear that the protracted dispute may fracture the unity of the opposition party, which is currently the most formidable political force in Uganda.