Publicly Exposed!! See What Ssemujju Said About Museveni & His Brother That Got Ugandans Talking
Kira Municipality Member of Parliament, Hon. Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, has once again raised concerns over President Yoweri Museveni’s alleged mishandling of public resources, specifically targeting the management of the National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) program.
During a recent public address, Ssemujju Nganda accused President Museveni of deliberately restructuring NAADS to benefit his brother, General Salim Saleh, by diverting substantial funds through the controversial Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) initiative. According to Ssemujju, the President’s real motive for overhauling NAADS was to grant General Saleh direct access to the program’s budget, effectively turning it into a family-controlled fund.
“President Museveni criticized NAADS day after day, labeling it ineffective, but the real reason was to dismantle it and replace it with Operation Wealth Creation, which put the funds directly in the hands of his brother,” Ssemujju Nganda stated.
He argued that this move was done without parliamentary consent, bypassing standard oversight procedures that are crucial for the management of public finances. According to Ssemujju, the creation of OWC lacked legal backing, and its implementation has been marred by a lack of transparency.
Operation Wealth Creation, led by General Salim Saleh and supported by military personnel, was established with the intention of distributing agricultural inputs to farmers to enhance productivity and reduce poverty. However, Ssemujju Nganda claims that the program has become a vehicle for the misuse of public funds. He alleged that the initiative has strayed far from its intended goals, allowing those in power to enrich themselves while neglecting the needs of struggling Ugandan farmers.
“Instead of empowering farmers and boosting agricultural productivity, OWC has turned into a personal cash cow for a few individuals close to the President,” Ssemujju asserted. He criticized the government’s approach, claiming that the restructuring of NAADS not only undermined the program’s original purpose but also weakened financial oversight by placing control in the hands of military actors rather than civilian institutions.
The opposition MP did not mince words in his critique, accusing the Museveni administration of prioritizing the enrichment of family members and close allies over the welfare of ordinary Ugandans. He argued that such actions undermine public trust and perpetuate poverty, as resources meant for development are diverted away from those who need them most.
In his address, Ssemujju Nganda called on Parliament to launch an investigation into the alleged mismanagement of NAADS funds and the legality of Operation Wealth Creation. He urged his fellow legislators to hold those responsible to account and ensure that public funds are used for their intended purposes.
Ssemujju also called on Ugandans to demand greater transparency in government spending, arguing that the country cannot effectively tackle poverty and boost agricultural productivity if corruption and mismanagement are allowed to persist unchecked.
“We cannot continue to let the country’s resources be monopolized by a select few while the average Ugandan struggles to make ends meet,” he emphasized.
The allegations made by Ssemujju Nganda have reignited debate over the government’s use of the military in civilian economic programs. Critics argue that initiatives like Operation Wealth Creation not only lack proper oversight but also blur the lines between military and civilian governance, raising questions about their effectiveness and legality.
As the calls for accountability grow louder, the Museveni administration faces mounting pressure to address these concerns and demonstrate a commitment to transparency in the management of public funds. Whether Parliament will heed Ssemujju’s call for an investigation remains to be seen, but the issue has once again brought to light the long-standing concerns over the use of public resources in Uganda.