Opposition's Latif Ssebagala Backs Museveni for 2031

What the report says

Former Kawempe North MP Latif Ssebagala has said he would vote for President Yoweri Museveni in Uganda’s 2031 presidential election if Museveni is on the ballot, and that he would back whoever Museveni names as a successor if the president does not run. The remarks, reported by Nile Post, were made on Tuesday during an appearance on Sanyuka TV.

Ssebagala also said he is no longer aligned to the National Unity Platform, describing himself as an independent politician. He argued that the opposition should reassess its strategy and whether it is addressing the concerns of ordinary Ugandans. In his view, the ruling National Resistance Movement still has strong grassroots support, citing recent local election results as evidence that many voters continue to trust the party.

His comments come as early debate over Uganda’s 2031 race begins to take shape. The report notes that Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and Museveni’s son, has already said he plans to run for president in 2031. Ssebagala said he would support Muhoozi if Museveni endorses him. The article also places Ssebagala’s position in the context of his long political path, including earlier ties to the Democratic Party, later joining NUP, and periodic disputes over nominations and independent bids.