Political discourse has intensified following allegations surrounding the reported abduction of lawyer and Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago on Monday morning, with Solomon Kampala, son of opposition leader Bobi Wine, issuing a sharp condemnation of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Lukwago, a prominent opposition figure and legal practitioner, is reported to have been taken by military officers under unclear circumstances.
The developments have sparked political debate, especially after General Muhoozi made remarks on social media referencing Lukwago’s situation and indicating he would “teach him a lesson.”
In a statement shared online, Solomon Kampala accused the military chief of orchestrating the alleged abduction and publicly celebrating it.
“We’ve seen that a short while ago, Muhoozi ordered the abduction of Hon. Erias Lukwago and is now flaunting it on social media,” he said.
He extended concern to Lukwago’s family, stating: “I’m making this tweet to send out my utmost grievances to the Honorable and his family during this tough time.”
Kampala further urged Ugandans to critically assess the unfolding political developments, arguing that there is a broader power struggle within the country’s leadership structures.
“That being said, I hope Ugandans can see through Muhoozi’s facade,” he added.
He linked the controversy to broader succession politics, suggesting heightened competition within Uganda’s ruling establishment.
“With his father in his last days, Muhoozi is scrambling to find any means of grabbing control of Uganda through succession,” he said, referencing President Yoweri Museveni’s long tenure.
Kampala also claimed that internal competition among potential successors has created anxiety within the political elite.
“With other ‘successors’ in the pool, Muhoozi is left anxious and desperate for control,” he stated.
He warned that the current political climate could escalate if not addressed, cautioning about potential instability.
“This is a very, very bad sign that shows Uganda may be heading toward the direction of a civil war sparked by a fragmented ‘political elite,’” he said.
The statement concluded with a call for civic engagement, urging citizens to speak out against political intimidation and support democratic governance.
“Only the everyday Ugandan can stop this by speaking out and spreading the message of hope for a free, fair and young Uganda,” he added.