Leader of Opposition in Parliament Joel Ssenyonyi has alleged that there is a plan to implicate him in a terrorism-related file, claims he says are linked to Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Ssenyonyi made the remarks while addressing supporters and sharing updates on social media, where he suggested that he had received information about possible legal or security action being prepared against him.
According to Ssenyonyi, the alleged plan involves adding his name to what he described as a “terrorism file” connected to cases being handled in Butambala and other jurisdictions.
He claimed that the move, if true, would be part of a broader pattern of political pressure against individuals who challenge government actions.
Ssenyonyi specifically mentioned Muhoozi Kainerugaba, alleging that the military leader could be behind or linked to the supposed plan.
However, he did not provide documentary evidence to support the claim, and the allegations remain unverified at the time of publication.
The opposition leader said that such developments would not deter him from continuing to speak out on issues of governance, corruption, and accountability.
He argued that criticism of government institutions often triggers resistance, which he described as retaliation against those who challenge authority.
Ssenyonyi stated that when individuals fight corruption or what they consider poor governance, they should expect pushback from powerful systems.
He added that despite the alleged pressure, he remains committed to continuing his political work and parliamentary duties.
The claims have sparked debate among political observers, with some expressing concern about escalating tensions between opposition leaders and security institutions.
Others have urged caution, noting that such allegations should be properly investigated and confirmed through official channels before drawing conclusions.
Supporters of Ssenyonyi have interpreted his statement as a warning about increasing political intimidation targeting opposition figures.
Meanwhile, supporters of government institutions have dismissed the claims as politically motivated and lacking substantiation.
The mention of terrorism-related charges has particularly heightened public interest, given the seriousness of such allegations under Ugandan law.
Legal experts note that any terrorism-related investigations must follow strict procedural and evidential standards under the constitution and criminal law.
They also emphasize that public statements about ongoing or potential investigations should be handled carefully to avoid undermining legal processes.
As of now, there has been no official response from security agencies or from Gen. Muhoozi regarding the specific allegations made by Ssenyonyi.
The situation adds to a growing list of politically charged exchanges involving opposition leaders and senior government figures in Uganda.
Political analysts say the development reflects deepening mistrust between opposition actors and state security institutions.
For now, the allegations remain unverified, while public debate continues to grow around the claims and their possible political implications.
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