Stop Your Kamanyiiro and Blackmail: Furious Justine Nameere Blasts Kabanda for Betraying Anita Among, Makes Shocking Allegations against PLU SG

Masaka City Woman MP Justine Nameere has launched a blistering attack on David Kabanda following a controversial statement issued under the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) withdrawing support for Speaker Anita Among, in remarks that have added fresh intrigue to the already tense race for Parliament’s top office.

In a lengthy video message that has since circulated widely on social media, Nameere openly questioned Kabanda’s credibility, accusing him of blackmail, political inconsistency and betrayal. Her comments came in response to a PLU statement, signed by Kabanda in his capacity as Secretary General, which appeared to signal a shift away from backing Among for re-election as Speaker in the 12th Parliament.

Nameere, who has in recent months positioned herself as an outspoken voice within ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM)-leaning circles, did not mince words as she dissected Kabanda’s role in the unfolding controversy. She reminded viewers that Kabanda had previously been one of Among’s most vocal defenders, often speaking out forcefully in her support at a time when she faced criticism over governance and accountability issues.

Nameere told Kabanda that she does not fear him and that he should stop his ‘kamanyiiro’ or undermining MPs.

She also accused him of betraying Speaker Anita Among, a woman she says is generous to churches and donates to other projects.

Nameere accuses Kabanda of feeding on blackmail since his youth politics days.

She noted that it is surprising and deeply troubling, hat the same person who stood firmly behind the Speaker is now leading the charge to abandon her. Her remarks made clear she viewed the shift as abrupt and inadequately explained.

The PLU, a political pressure group associated with First Son Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has in recent months become an influential voice within the NRM ecosystem, often signalling positions that are interpreted as reflective of emerging power centres within the ruling establishment. Kabanda’s statement, therefore, has carried weight far beyond that of an ordinary political communication.

Nameere questioned whether the decision to withdraw support for Among genuinely reflected the views of PLU leadership or whether it was driven by individual calculations. She challenged Kabanda to clarify the circumstances under which the position was adopted, suggesting that the lack of transparency risked eroding trust both within PLU and among the broader public.

Referring to herself as NRM new stock, Nameere swore that she would not allow Kabanda to blackmail Anita Among and her deputy Thomas Tayebwa.

She further accused Kabanda of extorting millions from parliamentary aspirants, reportedly telling them that if they do not give him money, Gen Muhoozi would not declare them winners of elections.

Nameere said that as Kabanda reportedly blackmailed and extorted politicians, Muhoozi was busy with his military work and projects.

In her view, Muhoozi considers PLU a patriotic mobilization tool but Kabanda has reportedly been minting money from the same as well as the first son’s supposed presidential ambitions.

The direct nature of Nameere’s criticism underscores growing divisions within pro-government circles ahead of the Speaker election. While the ruling NRM has historically managed internal contests through consensus-building, the current race appears to be exposing deeper fault lines.

At the centre of the storm is Anita Among, whose tenure as Speaker has been both influential and controversial. A seasoned politician, Among rose to the position following the death of Jacob Oulanyah in 2022, and has since consolidated significant support within Parliament. However, her leadership has also attracted scrutiny, including over allegations tied to high-end expenditures such as the widely discussed Rolls-Royce controversy.

Nameere’s intervention appears to signal continued backing for Among in some influential quarters, even as other actors recalibrate their positions. By calling out Kabanda, she has effectively inserted herself into the internal debate over the Speaker’s race, positioning consistency and loyalty as central themes.

Kabanda’s predicament is particularly delicate because of his dual role as both an elected Member of Parliament and a key official within PLU. His previous public defence of Among had aligned him with her camp, making the recent statement withdrawing support all the more striking.

The controversy also highlights the growing influence of PLU in shaping political narratives. Under the leadership of Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the group has increasingly taken public positions on national issues, sometimes blurring the lines between informal political mobilisation and formal party structures.

For Kabanda, the criticism from Nameere presents both a political and reputational challenge. As Secretary General of PLU, he is expected to articulate and defend the organisation’s positions. However, Nameere’s remarks suggest that not all stakeholders are convinced that the recent statement reflects a coherent or widely agreed-upon strategy.

Her comments have since sparked widespread debate, with some commentators praising her for speaking out against what they see as political opportunism, while others have defended Kabanda’s right to adjust positions in response to evolving circumstances.

Within Parliament, the Speaker’s race continues to gather momentum, with Among facing both overt and behind-the-scenes challenges.

As the debate unfolds, Nameere’s intervention is likely to remain a reference point in discussions about loyalty, consistency and accountability in Ugandan politics. Her decision to publicly confront Kabanda underscores the high stakes involved and the intensity of competition within the ruling establishment.

For now, Kabanda has yet to issue a detailed public response to Nameere’s remarks, signalling that it would come in the evening of May 14. Whether he chooses to clarify the PLU position or stand by the initial statement could prove significant in shaping both his political standing and the trajectory of the Speaker’s race.

What is clear, however, is that Nameere’s lengthy and pointed message has added a new layer of complexity to an already fluid political landscape, ensuring that the contest for the Speakership will remain closely watched in the weeks ahead.

Kabanda has been nicknamed Judas Iscariot for betraying Anita Among, as reported Here.

Meanwhile, the date on which the speaker will be elected has been revealed, even as Anita Among was dragged to the IGG over her ‘unexplained’ wealth and where she gets her money from.