Africa-Press – Uganda. Buganda Kingdom Prime Minister Charles Peter Mayiga has called on the government to stop using force against unarmed Ugandans, particularly opposition politicians, and to reserve weapons for defending the country against genuine threats.
Katikkiro Mayiga made the remarks on Monday while hosting leaders of the National Unity Platform (NUP) at Bulange, Mengo.
The delegation, led by party president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, raised concerns over what they described as harassment, arrests, and brutality by security forces against NUP supporters.
“Ugandans have nowhere else to run,” Mayiga said. “The weapons being used against the opposition should be preserved for those who seek to attack the country.”
Security Blocks Supporters
The meeting, which lasted about an hour, was held behind closed doors. While NUP parliamentary candidates attended, many party members remained outside the main building in a tent.
Several supporters were reportedly blocked from accessing Bulange by security personnel, and others were arrested, NUP spokesperson Joel Ssenyonyi said.
Kyagulanyi thanked Mayiga for his leadership, highlighting his efforts to restore Buganda’s cultural heritage and strengthen its institutions.
However, he expressed concern over human rights violations affecting his party, including kidnappings, arbitrary arrests, and intimidation of supporters.
“These challenges have affected our speed as a political movement, but they have not broken our resolve,” Kyagulanyi said.
He also reminded the Katikkiro of his personal ties to the kingdom and assured that NUP respects the throne and remains committed to defending Buganda’s culture.
Mayiga welcomed the delegation, praising NUP for rekindling patriotism and love for the Ugandan flag through political mobilization ahead of the 2026 elections.
He cautioned party leaders to respect Buganda’s traditions and guiding principles, noting that these values would influence leadership choices.
The Katikkiro also criticized some youths for spreading abusive and divisive messages on social media. “
Freedom of expression should not be used to insult or divide our people,” he said.
The NUP leaders described the meeting as candid and encouraging. After Bulange, Kyagulanyi proceeded to Wankulukuku to address a rally, urging Buganda residents to support his presidential bid in the 2026 elections.
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