Democratic Party leader Nobert Mao has revived earlier political claims, suggesting that ongoing developments in Parliament were long predicted but dismissed by critics, as scrutiny continues to build around Speaker Anita Among’s leadership.
Mao used a reflective tone to argue that key political signals were missed.
“Indeed the saying is true that when the mind is blind the eyes are useless,” he said, framing his remarks as a criticism of those who failed to anticipate shifts in parliamentary leadership dynamics.
He pointed to discussions held in Kyankwanzi, where he claims succession politics were openly considered.
“We said many things and even talked about the ‘outgoing’ Speaker way back in Kyankwanzi,” Mao stated, insisting that conversations about leadership transition were not new.
The DP leader also referenced the influence of the Patriotic League Uganda (PLU), which he described as a significant factor in shaping political decisions. He further revisited his past ambitions within Parliament.
“We even said elections alone will not deliver a transition. I even said I will be the Speaker of the 12th Parliament,” he added, suggesting that current events align with earlier projections.
Mao’s remarks come at a time when Speaker Anita Among is facing sustained public and political scrutiny.
She has been the subject of corruption-related allegations, international sanctions from the United Kingdom and the United States, and criticism over parliamentary expenditure and governance practices.
Investigations by security agencies have also been reported, with claims that searches have been carried out in properties linked to the Speaker as part of broader inquiries into alleged financial misconduct. Among has denied wrongdoing in previous statements.
Her tenure has also been shaped by online campaigns questioning the cost of running Parliament, including claims of irregular allowances and spending, which have circulated widely in political discourse.
While Mao presents his comments as validation of earlier warnings, no formal findings have been made linking the Speaker to criminal wrongdoing. The Speaker’s office has not issued a response to his latest remarks.