In Uganda today, politics is often filled with arguments between different parties. But sometimes, there are moments when people come together for a good cause. One of those moments is when President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni gives financial help to Members of Parliament (MPs), no matter which party they belong to. This act of kindness has helped many MPs carry out their duties and serve their people better.
Many Ugandans, including some leaders, are thankful to the President for his support. He has shown that he is willing to help all MPs, not just those from his party, the National Resistance Movement (NRM). This kind of support is important because it shows that leadership can be about unity, not just party politics.
However, there is a growing concern. It has come to light that some MPs from the opposition parties, like the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), took the financial support in secret. They accepted the money quietly, but when asked in public, they denied ever receiving it.
This behavior has disappointed many people. If someone accepts help, they should be honest and say so. Denying it in public while benefiting in private is unfair and dishonest. It makes people wonder what else these leaders might be hiding.
The person who spoke out about this issue has given a clear warning: if the dishonesty continues, a list of all the MPs who received the financial support will be shared with the public. Not only that, their names and signatures will be displayed in the trading centers of their constituencies for everyone to see.
This would be a big step. It would show the people who is telling the truth and who is not. It would also send a strong message that leaders must be accountable for their actions.
Being a Member of Parliament is not just about making speeches or attending meetings. It is about serving the people with honesty and integrity. If an MP is willing to take help from the President, they should also be willing to admit it. There is no shame in accepting help, especially when it is meant to support their work and improve their communities.
President Museveni’s support is a chance for MPs to work together, despite their different views. But this chance is being wasted by those who pretend in public while acting differently in private.
Ugandans deserve leaders who are open, truthful, and brave enough to stand by their decisions. If our leaders can’t be honest about simple things like receiving help, how can we trust them with bigger responsibilities?
The message is clear: respect the support you receive, be honest about it, and let your actions match your words. This is how we build a stronger, more united Uganda.
