Veteran legislator Medard Lubega Ssegona, the current MP for Busiro East, is facing a major political setback after reportedly losing the National Unity Platform (NUP) endorsement ahead of the 2026 elections. Sources say his name will not appear on the official list of flag bearers, surprising many who once considered him untouchable in NUP’s leadership.
Ssegona, who has represented Busiro East under NUP since 2021, is said to have struggled during the vetting process. Party insiders reveal that he failed to gain enough support from both district and national structures of NUP, weakening his previously strong position.
Adding to his challenges, none of the local councilor candidates he supported passed the vetting stages. In contrast, Mathias Walukaga’s candidates mostly succeeded, giving the Buganda music star turned Mayor a sweeping victory at the grassroots level. Walukaga’s camp is reportedly celebrating its growing influence across the constituency.
Despite the setback, Ssegona is reportedly refusing to back down. “He believes the party has betrayed him after all he’s done,” one insider said. Others warn that politics is ultimately about public support, not past achievements, suggesting that Ssegona’s personal record may not be enough to secure his place in NUP.
Speculation is growing that Ssegona could run as an independent candidate, relying on his personal popularity and long-standing connections in Busiro East. Another possibility is that he might join the Democratic Front, a new party linked to his ally Mathias Mpuuga, the former Leader of Opposition.
The vetting process in Busiro East has highlighted internal tensions within NUP, shifting loyalties, and the rise of new power brokers such as Walukaga. His increasing influence within the party and among grassroots supporters signals a possible generational and strategic shift in the constituency.
For now, Ssegona remains tight-lipped, leaving observers to speculate about his next move. His political future may depend on whether he accepts NUP’s decision or challenges it through independent or alternative party channels. The coming weeks are likely to determine the balance of power in Busiro East ahead of the 2026 elections.
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