By The Eye Media | Kampala, 28 May 2025
In a dramatic turn of events, twelve Members of Parliament have resigned from the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), signaling a significant shift in Uganda’s political landscape.
The mass resignation underscores deep-seated divisions within the party, particularly between the Najjanankumbi-based leadership and the Katonga faction.
Among the notable departures is Hon. Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, who announced his intention to join the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), a political platform associated with Dr. Kizza Besigye. Ssemujju described the PFF as a “purpose vehicle” for his 2026 parliamentary ambitions, highlighting a strategic move to align with a new political direction.
The Katonga faction, which propagates the PFF, broke away from the Najjanankumbi-based FDC in July 2023 over disagreements concerning the source of campaign funds during the last general election. This split has been a point of contention, leading to the current wave of resignations.
Adding to the discourse, Prof. Morris Ogenga Latigo, a former leader of the opposition in Parliament, publicly criticized Dr. Besigye’s leadership.
Latigo, who left the FDC in 2020 after failing to secure the party’s ticket for re-election, described the FDC and other political parties in Uganda as “stinking,” expressing disillusionment with the current political structures.
The resignations and ensuing criticisms have sparked discussions about the future of opposition politics in Uganda. As the PFF gains momentum, questions arise about its potential to unify dissenting voices and present a formidable challenge in the upcoming elections.
The political realignments underscore a period of transformation within Uganda’s opposition landscape, with new alliances forming and traditional structures being questioned.
Observers will be keenly watching how these developments influence the broader political discourse leading up to the 2026 elections.
