Lwemiga Voters Pin Ssekikubo In Ssembabule Land Conflicts

Business at Parliament was briefly disrupted on Friday afternoon as a number of voters from Lwemiyaga County stormed Parliament.

These voters had made their way to the House to petition the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, over land wrangles in Ssembabule District.

The voters were heard accusing their MP, Theodore Ssekikubo, as the mastermind of their misery. They accused the outspoken MP of using the divide-and-conquer tactic to disorganize them. The Lwemiyaga voters alleged that since Ssekikubo succeeded in dividing them, he has had an easy journey stealing their land.

Additionally, they sent out a plea to the NRM Chairperson, President Museveni, to offer them another candidate for Lwemiyaga County. The protestors were led by Deputy Resident District Commissioner for Gomba District, Yiga Kisakyamukama.

While speaking to journalists, Kisakyamukama expressed his worry that Ssekikubo’s alleged actions would contribute to low votes for the President in 2026. He also invited the Speaker to Lwemiyaga.

“The RDC of Ssembabule District, Jane Francis Kagayi, should be fired for incompetence. The Speaker should come to Lwemiyaga and see the dire situation with her eyes.” said Yiga Kisakyamukama.

He threatened to lead protestors on a three-month occupation of Parliament if Speaker Among doesn’t visit Ssembabule District.

Ssekikubo advises Lwemiyaga voters

However, Ssekikubo told the voters to take him to courts of law in case he has committed an offense. He also emphasized that he isn’t above the law. Additionally, he acknowledged that it would be unfortunate for him to be seen breaking the law he vindicates.

“I can’t fight for the rule of law in this country yet I am the one who abuses it.” said Theodore Ssekikubo, Lwemiyaga County MP.

The protest attracted reactions from numerous political commentators and leaders. Many of these commended the police for not using high-handed force to silence the voters but rather led them into Parliament.

“You have rightfully permitted today’s peaceful march by anti-Ssekikubo protestors, as the corrupt individuals battle those who stand against corruption. It is only fitting to allow concerned citizens who are planning a peaceful march on the 23rd of July to Parliament to stand against this evil that has corrupted our leadership.” said Nyeko Derrick, Makindye East MP.