Speaker Anita Among faces intense criticism after making controversial statements during King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV's 30th coronation celebration in Fort Portal. While representing President Yoweri Museveni, Among promised to pay the monarch's bride price with cattle when he marries. Her remarks sparked widespread cultural debate among Ugandans online. Critics condemn the comments as disrespectful to Tooro Kingdom traditions and customs.
Retired General David Sejusa led the opposition, calling Among's words sacrilegious and treasonous according to ancient Kitara Empire customs. He explained that commoners, particularly women, historically faced severe punishment for such suggestions about royal dowries. Sejusa referenced past executions under Emperor Ocaki Rwangira for similar cultural violations. The general demanded that the apology be made to King Oyo and the Tooro people immediately. Cultural enthusiasts argue that the speaker undermined royal authority and traditional values through her public declaration.
Retired General David Sejusa led the opposition, calling Among's words sacrilegious and treasonous according to ancient Kitara Empire customs. He explained that commoners, particularly women, historically faced severe punishment for such suggestions about royal dowries. Sejusa referenced past executions under Emperor Ocaki Rwangira for similar cultural violations. The general demanded that the apology be made to King Oyo and the Tooro people immediately. Cultural enthusiasts argue that the speaker undermined royal authority and traditional values through her public declaration.
