SPEAKER’S POLITICAL FUTURE: Anita Among Reportedly Summoned to State House for High Stakes Meeting With Museveni

Anita Among, the Bukedea District Woman MP and second vice national chairperson of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), is battling to keep her job as speaker.

While the NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC) had endorsed Anita Among and her deputy Thomas Tayebwa (Ruhinda North – Mitooma District) to retain their positions, Museveni suggested that the party would discuss the issue at the right time in future.

And now, it appears that with the president sworn in on May 12, 2026, the right time has come to decide Among’s future.

Reports suggest that Anita Among has been summoned to State House Entebbe for a meeting with CiC Museveni at 10am on Thursday, May 14, 2026.

Among faces criticism over the Rolls Royce saga. First son, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and senior presidential advisor on special operations General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has joined the chorus of those rejecting Anita Among over the saga, and allegations of corruption.

Muhoozi has stirred fresh political debate with a series of bold statements about Anita Among, the upcoming Speaker race, and the role of his Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU). His remarks, largely shared on social media, have unsettled what had initially appeared to be a straightforward continuation of the current parliamentary leadership.

At the outset, Muhoozi signaled clear support for Anita Among to retain the Speakership, alongside Thomas Tayebwa as her deputy. This endorsement was viewed as politically significant, especially given his growing influence within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) and among younger legislators aligned with PLU ideals.

However, the situation quickly shifted when Muhoozi hinted that PLU could back an alternative candidate. He stressed that his movement would ultimately follow the guidance of President Yoweri Museveni rather than strictly adhering to decisions of the NRM’s top organs. This statement exposed possible divisions within the ruling party and injected uncertainty into the Speaker race.

Central to Muhoozi’s messaging has been a strong stance on corruption and public accountability. He repeatedly emphasized that leaders must prioritize citizens over personal comfort, arguing that public office should not be used for self-enrichment. His remarks were widely interpreted as a critique of the current political culture within Parliament.

The debate intensified following reports that Anita Among had acquired a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, a luxury SUV estimated to be worth about Shs3.4 billion. The vehicle quickly became a lightning rod for public criticism, with many Ugandans questioning the appropriateness of such opulence amid widespread economic challenges.

Although Among reportedly explained that the vehicle was a gift, the explanation failed to quell public concern. Critics argued that regardless of how it was acquired, the symbolism of such a high-end car undermined public trust, especially at a time when many citizens are grappling with high living costs and limited access to basic services.

Muhoozi added fuel to the debate with a widely discussed remark that despite being the President’s son for decades, he had never sat in a Rolls-Royce and did not believe his father had either. The statement was interpreted by many as a subtle but pointed criticism of extravagant lifestyles among top leaders.

He further questioned the scale of parliamentary spending, suggesting that resources allocated to Parliament could be better used to address pressing national issues such as poverty, infrastructure gaps, and access to essential services. This position aligns with PLU’s broader messaging centered on service delivery and reform.

Despite the criticism, Muhoozi has maintained a level of ambiguity. He has not explicitly withdrawn support for Among and Tayebwa but has instead emphasized that PLU will align with Museveni’s final decision. This leaves the race open and places significant weight on the President’s eventual position.

Within PLU circles, there are growing indications that the movement could reconsider its backing of both Among and Tayebwa, potentially rallying behind a new or compromise candidate. Such a move would dramatically reshape the political landscape within Parliament and intensify competition for the top legislative office.

Muhoozi’s intervention has ultimately transformed the Speaker race into a dynamic and unpredictable contest. By tying leadership choices to issues of accountability, public perception, and the symbolism of wealth—highlighted by the Rolls-Royce controversy—he has reframed the debate in ways that are likely to influence Uganda’s politics in the months ahead.

Yet some argue that the first son’s intervention could shift the race in favour of incumbent deputy speaker Thomas Tayebwa who could be elevated to the position of the speaker as a compromise candidate, as reported Here.

President Museveni himself has asked Anita Among to explain her source of wealth. (See Details Here).

Meanwhile, Norbert Mao, who has previously accused Anita Among of showing off irresponsibly, is under fire after clips and statements of him defending Among against corruption allegations appeared online, as reported Here and There.