Bobi Wine Condemns Speaker Anita Among’s Tribal Remarks as “Despicable and Criminal,” Calls for Ugandans to Stand Against Divisive Politics

Opposition leader and National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has expressed outrage over statements made by Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, accusing her of tribalism and bias against the people of Buganda. In a recent statement, Bobi Wine condemned remarks allegedly made by Among, where she purportedly instructed others to “make sure those Baganda don’t get numbers.” He argued that these remarks show blatant discrimination against the Buganda region and contravene the impartiality expected of a parliamentary speaker.

“These words from Anita Among, the supposed Speaker of Parliament, are despicable, unacceptable, and criminal,” Bobi Wine said. He questioned why a person holding such a high office, who is supposed to uphold neutrality, would act in a manner that fosters division within the very institution meant to represent all Ugandans. Bobi Wine further argued that, under a just system, such a divisive leader would be compelled to resign. He attributed her actions to instructions from President Yoweri Museveni, asserting that the Speaker’s objective was to ensure the passage of the controversial Coffee Amendment Bill by any means necessary.

The Coffee Amendment Bill has been a point of contention among Ugandans, with many, especially in Buganda, arguing that it favors government interests over the welfare of local coffee farmers. Critics argue that the bill provides the government with excessive control over Uganda’s coffee industry, further marginalizing small-scale farmers and benefiting a select few. Among’s alleged remarks, which suggest an attempt to limit Baganda representation in parliamentary votes, have inflamed concerns about political bias and exclusion of the Buganda people.

“Under Museveni’s instructions, she has come to ensure that the Coffee Amendment Bill goes through by hook or crook,” Bobi Wine stated, accusing Among of abandoning her duty as a neutral presiding officer. “She is mobilizing for the support of one side of the debate, undermining her role and violating the very essence of our parliamentary system.”

This latest accusation of tribalism has reignited broader discontent across Uganda, with many calling for an end to the divisive tactics employed by Museveni’s administration. For years, the regime has been accused of marginalizing specific ethnic groups and using tribal affiliations to maintain control. Political analysts and activists argue that these strategies have created deep-seated divisions in Uganda, harming national unity and further entrenching corruption.

Bobi Wine is urging the people of Uganda to stand together and reject what he describes as a “criminal regime” that has repeatedly undermined democracy, marginalized ethnic groups, and exploited national resources. “The people of Uganda must rise up and say enough to this humiliation!” he declared. He emphasized that the country’s future depends on unity and on holding leaders accountable for actions that threaten the fabric of Ugandan society.

As calls for accountability grow, Ugandans from all regions and ethnic backgrounds are joining in solidarity to advocate for a political system that upholds fairness, transparency, and unity. Many are demanding that Parliament and Speaker Among account for their actions, fearing that unchecked tribalism and favoritism could lead to further instability and weaken Uganda’s democracy.