Jimmy Akena, the president of the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC), has sent a strong message to his supporters, declaring that he will soon announce who they should vote for in the upcoming 2026 General Election. However, Akena was clear in his warning: no matter the situation, he urged Ugandans, particularly those in the northern region, to never cast their votes for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and his National Resistance Movement (NRM) party.
Akena, the son of the late and once-feared president Milton Obote, has been one of the leading voices of the UPC for years. However, his latest statement is particularly noteworthy as it comes after years of personal and political tension between him and President Museveni. His bitterness stems from a series of events where he feels betrayed by the very agreements that he once made with Museveni and the ruling government.
The political rift between Akena and Museveni traces back to the controversial deal that saw Akena’s UPC party “sell out” to Museveni’s NRM government in exchange for a sum of Shs 500 million. This deal has left Akena feeling as though he compromised his father’s legacy and his party’s integrity for financial gain. Many critics have labeled him a traitor, and even Akena himself now admits he regrets his actions, acknowledging that the deal with Museveni was a mistake.
It seems that the frustrations have only deepened for Akena, who now finds himself isolated from Museveni’s camp. According to reports, Akena has made it clear that he no longer wants anything to do with Museveni, not even receiving phone calls from the president. This growing rift signifies a dramatic shift in Akena’s political stance, as he distances himself from the very man he once worked closely with.
Now, with the 2026 presidential elections just around the corner, Akena is promising to guide his supporters on what to do next. He has vowed to announce soon who he believes should be the next leader of Uganda, but has urged them to steer clear of voting for Museveni. This statement has raised eyebrows and prompted questions about whether Akena himself plans to run for president or if he has someone else in mind to take the political helm.
In the past, Akena was considered a potential candidate for president, especially given his leadership of the UPC, a party with significant historical roots in Uganda. However, it seems that his relationship with Museveni and the internal conflicts within his party have made a presidential run unlikely at this point. Akena’s frustrations with Museveni seem to outweigh any personal ambition he might have had.
Akena’s recent statements about the UPC and the country’s political situation also come at a time when many Ugandans are feeling increasingly disillusioned with the current government. The longstanding rule of President Museveni has led to widespread dissatisfaction, particularly among the youth and opposition figures who have been calling for change.
In his call to action, Akena’s message is simple: reject Museveni’s leadership. This echoes the sentiment of many opposition figures who have been tirelessly campaigning for an alternative leadership in the country. Whether or not Akena will become the leader of this change, or if he will play a supporting role, remains to be seen.
Akena’s decision to announce his preferred candidate rather than seeking the presidency himself may indicate a strategic shift, recognizing the challenges of taking on Museveni directly. Instead, he could be positioning himself as a kingmaker, ensuring that whoever takes the mantle will have the backing of the UPC and other disillusioned Ugandans.
As the country gears up for Uganda Decides 2026, it is clear that the political landscape is shifting. Akena’s public break from Museveni signals a potentially dramatic turn of events, and his announcement will likely be watched closely by both his supporters and critics alike.
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