Kampala, Uganda – National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has launched a scathing critique of Uganda’s Parliament, accusing it of corruption and governance failures. Speaking on Monday during the presentation of the Opposition’s alternative budget for the 2025–2026 financial year, Kyagulanyi condemned what he described as “unprecedented scandals” within the legislature.
Kyagulanyi specifically highlighted the awarding of service accolades to leaders before they had demonstrated any tangible results. “It is in this Parliament that we have seen the Leader of the Opposition, then, rewarded with a service award before he even works,” he remarked, questioning the integrity of such practices.
He also referenced the controversial iron sheets scandal, where government-provided materials meant for impoverished communities were allegedly diverted by lawmakers and ministers. The scandal implicated high-profile figures, including Speaker Anita Among and several legislators, who reportedly used aid for personal benefit. “We have seen individuals in this Parliament sharing iron sheets meant for the poorest of the poor in Uganda,” Kyagulanyi said.
The NUP leader further argued that corruption had become institutionalized under Uganda’s current governance system, stating, “Corruption is a currency in this regime. It is used to reward the corrupt or silence those fighting it.”