Assassination Plot Against Deputy Premier, Kadaga
Rebecca Kadaga, the Deputy Premier and Kamuli District Woman MP, has raised serious concerns about a plot against her life, allegedly involving an individual connected to the government. This alarming revelation was made during her annual event dedicated to supporting the elderly, where she provides a platform for them to voice their challenges.
Kadaga’s comments were prompted by Buzaya Constituency MP Martin Muzaale, who reported that his political rivals have been employing gangs to intimidate him and his supporters. Speaking at a gathering in Wankole Sub County, Muzaale explained that these gangs, often appearing in groups of five, use verbal harassment and aggressive tactics to provoke violence during public events. He noted that around a dozen of his political aides have been victims of these assaults.
In response, Kadaga disclosed that she has survived two assassination attempts. The first plot involved organizing a meeting with selected sugarcane farmers, who were reportedly instructed to deliberately crash their heavily loaded trucks into her convoy on the Jinja-Kamuli highway to make it appear as a tragic road accident. The second scheme involved hiring fake money dealers in Buwagi Trading Center, situated along the same highway, to create chaos and subsequently attempt to kill her, framing it as an incident involving disoriented youth. She claimed that the conspirators had received a down payment of 15 million shillings for this plot, but their plans were thwarted when the information leaked.
Kadaga did not specify whether she has reported these incidents to the police or if she has taken steps to enhance her security. Instead, she called for peace throughout the electoral process. Busoga North Police spokesperson Michael Kasadha stated that they could only provide further comment if Kadaga files an official complaint. However, he confirmed that they are investigating Muzaale’s allegations and the reported attacks on his supporters.
Political analyst Stephen Muzusa cautioned that the prevailing chaotic political landscape inhibits youth participation, as many lack the connections and financial resources necessary to navigate such conflicts. He emphasized that if these issues are not addressed, they could undermine democratic spaces and discourage electorates from making informed choices.
