Mike Mukula set out to ignite controversy—but instead, he found himself at the center of a social media firestorm. When he took to Twitter with false corruption allegations against Pilgrim Africa, he may have expected support. What he received, however, was swift and widespread backlash.
Ugandans online wasted no time in calling him out. Many were outraged that Mukula, a man with his own well-documented history of corruption, would target a respected nonprofit organization. One user wrote, “It’s shameful that you are sharing and posting this,” while another bluntly reminded him, “You have no audacity to talk about Pilgrim Africa. You’re the most corrupt and even once jailed.”
Social media quickly became a battleground—and Mukula was losing.
Critics pointed out the hypocrisy in his accusations, likening it to a thief accusing others of stealing. Mukula’s own past, including a conviction over corruption charges, was dredged up in tweets, memes, and sarcastic commentary. People questioned his motives, asking why he chose this moment to attack Pilgrim Africa. One comment suggested, “This is simply a power fight,” highlighting suspicions that politics, not justice, was behind his claims.
Rather than damaging Pilgrim Africa’s reputation, Mukula’s attempt only served to reinforce public support for the NGO. Many praised Pilgrim’s ongoing work in Uganda—combating malaria, supporting education, assisting farmers, and uplifting communities. By contrast, Mukula became the subject of ridicule, with users questioning what positive contributions he had made lately.
The overwhelming online response made one thing clear: Ugandans were not buying what Mukula was selling. His smear campaign didn’t just fail—it collapsed under the weight of public scrutiny and his own tainted legacy.
In the end, Pilgrim Africa’s reputation stood strong, while Mukula’s credibility took another hit. This episode served as a reminder: the truth has power, and the people will rally behind it.
Next time, Mike Mukula may want to think twice before trying to discredit those who are actually making a difference.
