The army commander , General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has openly endorsed Mathias Mpuuga, praising him as “Presidential material” and a standout politician.
Muhoozi’s glowing remarks about the former Leader of the Opposition came via a viral post on X (formerly Twitter), where he also took aim at Robert Kyagulanyi, better known as Bobi Wine.
The UPDF General, who is also President Museveni’s son, did not hold back, referring to Kyagulanyi as a “Bob Marley wannabe” in his typically blunt and unfiltered style.
This latest comment adds further tension to the strained relationship between Mpuuga and Kyagulanyi following their fallout over a controversial service award.
“This gentleman (Mpuuga) is presidential material. He is an impressive politician,” Muhoozi tweeted, contrasting Mpuuga’s leadership qualities with what he described as Bobi Wine’s shortcomings. He went on to mock Kyagulanyi’s persona, saying, “Kabobi tries to act like Bob Marley, but Bob Marley was legendary, handsome, and well-organized. Kabobi’s teeth are very disorganized!”
Muhoozi’s sharp words, while applauded by some of his supporters, drew criticism from others who accused him of ignoring Uganda’s pressing national issues. However, supporters like Youth and Children Minister Balaam Barugahara backed Muhoozi’s stance, stating, “The General speaks for the people. Kabobi should stay out of the elections.”
Amid this political drama, Mathias Mpuuga has been carving his own path. Facing increasing tensions within the National Unity Platform (NUP), Mpuuga recently launched a new political platform, the Democratic Alliance, aimed at addressing Uganda’s political and economic woes.
Speaking to reporters, Mpuuga emphasized his commitment to uniting Ugandans and fostering cross-party dialogue. “Uganda is bigger than any one leader. My priority is to save this country from its current political and economic challenges,” he said, signaling his openness to collaborating with other political factions, including the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
Mpuuga’s breakaway move has sent ripples through the political landscape, raising questions about the stability of NUP under Kyagulanyi’s leadership. With the next general elections approaching, analysts believe Mpuuga’s departure could weaken the opposition and shift momentum in favor of the ruling party.
While Muhoozi’s public engagement in political matters raises eyebrows, his influence remains undeniable. Despite military regulations prohibiting serving officers from political commentary, the general has consistently shared political opinions on social media without consequence. This has fueled speculation about his future political ambitions, with many viewing him as a potential presidential contender.
The unfolding political dynamics between Muhoozi, Mpuuga, and Kyagulanyi set the stage for an intriguing build-up to the 2026 elections. Will Mpuuga’s Democratic Alliance gain traction and reshape Uganda’s opposition? Can Bobi Wine maintain unity within NUP, or will further defections weaken his base?
For now, all eyes are on Mpuuga’s next steps and the impact of Muhoozi’s provocative endorsements. In Uganda’s ever-evolving political arena, the stakes have never been higher, and the power struggle is only beginning to heat up.