Ecological Party of Uganda Embroiled in Dispute over Alleged Takeover by Kampala Central Member of Parliament

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The Ecological Party of Uganda (EPU) is facing an existential crisis as its national president and Kampala Central Member of Parliament, Mr. Muhammad Nsereko, is accused by the party's founder, Mr. Charles Bbaale, of orchestrating a controversial takeover that began as a straightforward agreement but has now escalated into a bitter dispute. At the heart of the issue is a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 21, 2025, which required Nsereko to pay Shs80 million to the EPU, represented by Bbaale. Nsereko has allegedly failed to fulfill this obligation, leaving the party and its members questioning the legality and ethics of his actions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The dispute centers around a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 21, 2025, which required Kampala Central Member of Parliament and national president of the Ecological Party of Uganda (EPU), Mr. Muhammad Nsereko, to pay Shs80 million to the party.
  • Nsereko initially paid Shs12 million, with the remaining Shs68 million tied to the organization of a delegates' conference, but allegedly withheld the balance.
  • The conference was meant to introduce significant changes, including Nsereko's election as the new party president and the proposed rebranding of the EPU to 'Green Forum.'
  • The dispute has left the EPU facing an existential crisis, with its reputation marred by controversy.
  • The incident highlights broader concerns about the integrity of political transitions and the vulnerability of smaller parties to hostile takeovers within Uganda's political landscape.
  • Mr. Charles Bbaale, the founder of the EPU, accuses Nsereko of deliberately undermining the party's principles in a bid to strengthen his 2026 presidential ambitions.
  • Nsereko has declined to comment on the dispute, citing a policy of not discussing party internal matters through the media.

Statistics:

  • Shs80 million: The amount required to be paid to the EPU, represented by Bbaale, according to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 21, 2025.
  • Shs12 million: The initial payment made by Nsereko to the party, which was tied to the organization of a delegates' conference.
  • Shs68 million: The remaining amount tied to the organization of the delegates' conference, allegedly withheld by Nsereko.
  • 2025: The year in which the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed, outlining the terms of the alleged takeover.
  • 2026: The year in which Nsereko is seen as making a strategic move to strengthen his presidential ambitions.

Sources:

  • Bbaale, C. (2023). Founder of the Ecological Party of Uganda.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on May 21, 2025.
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