Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Nyanjura Doreen Omutatina wasted no time in reacting to Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s withdrawal from the 2026 presidential race, calling his exit a sign of cowardice.
In a post on her X account on Saturday September 21, 2024, Nyanjura declared that she was “more than prepared to defeat him hands down!”
“Since @mkainerugaba has pulled out from the presidential race, I will be announcing my next course of action,” Nyanjura remarked, with a confident tone that sparked conversations across the political landscape.
“The coward has stepped down,” she added, making it clear that she viewed Muhoozi’s decision as a retreat in the face of competition.
Gen. Muhoozi, who had earlier announced he would not be on the 2026 ballot, cited divine inspiration for his withdrawal, stating that God had guided him to focus on military duties.
His sudden exit has left his supporters stunned, with many speculating about the reasons behind the decision.
Meanwhile, Nyanjura’s bold statement positions her as a strong contender, ready to make her mark in the political arena.Nyanjura, known for her outspoken views and firm stance against the status quo, appears eager to capitalize on Muhoozi’s departure.
With her teasing promise of revealing her “next course of action,” she is stirring excitement among her supporters while potentially unsettling her political rivals.As the race for the 2026 elections heats up, Nyanjura’s remarks have ignited fresh speculation about new faces likely to challenge the long-standing power structure.
Whether Nyanjura will officially throw her hat into the ring remains to be seen, but her words have already sparked a fiery political debate across Uganda.