Nathan Nandala Mafabi, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, has responded sharply to President Yoweri Museveni’s recent accusations that he sold land belonging to the Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU). During a campaign stop in Teso, Museveni alleged that Mafabi sold off BCU property to pay off debts, a claim Mafabi quickly dismissed as unfounded and politically charged.
Speaking to supporters in Mbale, Mafabi challenged Museveni to provide evidence of any land sales when he campaigns in Bugisu, stating that residents are well aware of the truth regarding the BCU's struggles. Mafabi clarified that he assumed leadership of BCU in 2008, well after the disputed land had been sold by the previous administration under John Wamulugwa. He accused government officials of collaborating with Wamulugwa’s team to mismanage BCU assets, with Museveni later protecting those responsible.
Mafabi further criticized the President for distorting the facts for political gain, calling the remarks provocative and promising a political response when Museveni visits the Bugisu sub-region. The BCU, once a prominent exporter of Arabica coffee, has faced years of financial instability and internal conflict, leading to the loss of several key assets through contested sales and debt recovery efforts.
Speaking to supporters in Mbale, Mafabi challenged Museveni to provide evidence of any land sales when he campaigns in Bugisu, stating that residents are well aware of the truth regarding the BCU's struggles. Mafabi clarified that he assumed leadership of BCU in 2008, well after the disputed land had been sold by the previous administration under John Wamulugwa. He accused government officials of collaborating with Wamulugwa’s team to mismanage BCU assets, with Museveni later protecting those responsible.
Mafabi further criticized the President for distorting the facts for political gain, calling the remarks provocative and promising a political response when Museveni visits the Bugisu sub-region. The BCU, once a prominent exporter of Arabica coffee, has faced years of financial instability and internal conflict, leading to the loss of several key assets through contested sales and debt recovery efforts.
