Medard Lubega Sseggona
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I Outgoing Busiro East Member of Parliament Medard Lubega Sseggona has spoken out on the continued absence of National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, urging him to re-emerge and address security concerns head-on.
Kyagulanyi has reportedly stayed out of the public eye since the conclusion of the 2026 presidential election, citing fears for his safety and alleging that security operatives are pursuing him. Security agencies, however, have repeatedly dismissed the claims, insisting that personnel deployed around his Magere residence are there on standard national security duty.
In a recent media interview, Sseggona warned that prolonged hiding could worsen the situation rather than resolve it.
“Leadership requires visibility. If there are accusations or fears, they are better handled openly and within the law,” Sseggona said.
The senior lawyer also used the platform to address his strained political chapter with NUP after he was denied the party ticket ahead of the 2026 elections. The ticket had been awarded to singer-turned-politician Mathias Walukagga, who was later disqualified over academic qualification concerns.
Despite the fallout, Sseggona dismissed suggestions that he harbors resentment toward the party leadership.
“I don’t hold grudges, but I believe internal processes can always be improved,” he noted.
Asked why he has not taken legal steps regarding Kyagulanyi’s reported security restrictions, Sseggona explained that he only represents clients upon formal instruction and that the party already has a team of lawyers handling its matters.
He further argued that if he had breached any party regulations, disciplinary action should have followed due process — something he says never occurred.
Responding to critics who brand him arrogant, Sseggona said his confidence comes from the mandate he has enjoyed from voters.
He added that serving Busiro East for 15 years remains one of his proudest political achievements.
Looking ahead, the outgoing legislator said the composition of the 12th Parliament will ultimately reflect the political choices Ugandans make, noting that the country always gets the leadership it votes for.
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