Senior Presidential Advisor on Greater Masaka, Justine Nameere, has come out strongly in defence of Speaker Anita Among, describing the recent wave of criticism against her as baseless and politically motivated.
Speaking amid rising scrutiny over Among’s leadership and wealth declarations, Nameere framed the controversy as part of a familiar pattern faced by high-ranking leaders within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
“It’s well, Mama Rt Hon Speaker, our own Nnalongo,” Nameere said. “You have braved all manner of false accusations. This is just passing wind.”
Her remarks come at a critical moment, just days before the NRM parliamentary caucus meets to formalise its position ahead of the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament.
In recent days, Among has faced public backlash following reports about her acquisition of a high-end luxury vehicle, alongside a petition filed to the Inspectorate of Government questioning her wealth declarations under the Leadership Code Act.
The developments have intensified debate within political circles, with some factions calling for greater accountability while others view the claims as politically timed.
However, Nameere dismissed the allegations as lacking substance, insisting that the party’s internal processes had already addressed leadership concerns.
“The Central Executive Committee vetted and made its recommendation,” she stated. “Soon, in caucus, we NRM Members of Parliament—who form the majority—shall support that recommendation accordingly.”
Her comments signal continued backing for Among within influential sections of the ruling party, despite the growing public scrutiny.
Political analysts note that the NRM’s internal endorsement process often plays a decisive role in determining leadership outcomes in Parliament, given the party’s numerical strength.
At the same time, the controversy has exposed underlying tensions within the broader political ecosystem, including shifting alliances and competing interests as the new parliamentary term approaches.