"Put Museveni’s Portrait in Your Homes" - Gashumba Tells Banyankole, Sparks Favouritism Debate

Famous Ugandan political analyst Frank Gashumba has stirred public debate after calling on all Banyankole tribe members to display a portrait of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in their homes as a gesture of appreciation for his contributions to their community.

Speaking during a media appearance, Gashumba said that President Museveni had gone to great lengths to uplift the Banyankole and western Uganda since taking power in 1986.

“All of you Banyankole and westerners should put a portrait of President Museveni in your homes,” Gashumba said. “This is to appreciate him. He did a lot for you and cared for you as his brothers.”

He went on to credit the President for creating employment opportunities and improving living standards in the western region, particularly for his tribesmen.

Gashumba further emphasized that President Museveni exemplified the phrase "charity begins at home," and should be acknowledged for prioritising his home region in terms of development and empowerment.

He also urged the people of Ankole and the greater western region to continue praying for the President to remain in power, promising that “more good is yet to come” from his leadership.

However, Gashumba’s statements have sparked widespread discussion and concern about regional imbalance and favouritism in Uganda’s development.

Many are now questioning whether President Museveni has indeed done more for his home region at the expense of other parts of the country.

While some agree with Gashumba and view his comments as a fair call for gratitude, others interpret the statement as reinforcing a long-held belief that the western region has been overly favoured under Museveni’s regime.

The debate continues as Ugandans weigh in on the implications of Gashumba’s remarks.

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