Former speaker of parliament Kadaga Cries out of betrayal from her own people

Rebecca Kadaga, previously a prominent supporter of the Busoga Kingdom and former Speaker of Parliament, has now expressed strong dissatisfaction with the kingdom's leadership. In a radio interview, she accused the kingdom's leaders of betrayal, involvement in political affairs, mismanaging properties, and neglecting the welfare of Busoga's people.

Kadaga's relationship with the Kyabazinga (king) and other kingdom officials has deteriorated significantly. She believes that these leaders are undermining her political influence.

During her tenure as Kamuli District Woman MP, Kadaga played a crucial role in supporting William Gabula Nadiope IV's ascension to the Kyabazinga throne, despite initial opposition from President Yoweri Museveni. She persisted in her efforts until the president relented, even after Museveni had shown a preference for another candidate, Prince Kolombus from Bulamogi Chiefdom.

Currently, Kadaga is campaigning to retain her parliamentary seat, amidst claims that the kingdom is backing Veronica Kagona, a kingdom minister, against her. Kagona has critiqued Kadaga's age, questioning her suitability for re-election.

Kadaga lamented the kingdom's shift in focus from serving the populace to engaging in political maneuvers aimed at her removal. She expressed frustration over the lack of meaningful contributions by the kingdom to the people's welfare over the past decade.

Concerns have also emerged about the Kyabazinga's prolonged absence from public view, leading to speculations about his safety and whereabouts. While some suggest he is abroad pursuing a PhD, others believe his return could help ease the ongoing tensions.

Additionally, Kadaga criticized certain kingdom leaders, particularly Owekitiibwa Osuman Ahmed Noor, accusing them of being influenced by external forces and not representing the true interests of the Basoga people. She claimed that the kingdom's control has been seized by outsiders like Noor, who, despite bringing investors, has not ensured that the local community benefits from these developments