Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba faces legal action over the rebranding of his MK Movement, as lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi alleges a failure to adhere to proper procedures. Mabirizi argues that the movement should have been registered with the Electoral Commission, emphasizing the necessity of following the guidelines outlined in the Political Parties and Organisations Act.
At a well-attended event in Kololo, the MK Movement was transformed into the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), with a mission to instill a spirit of good citizenship among Ugandans. Despite the PLU’s declaration of non-partisanship, Mabirizi deems the rebranding “criminal” and in violation of specific sections of the Penal Code Act.
Insisting that political organizations must be registered through the Electoral Commission, Mabirizi contemplates filing a criminal case against Mercy Kainobwisho, the Registrar General of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB). The lawyer argues that allowing a private company’s transformation into a political organization without EC involvement is unacceptable.
Notably, the PLU asserts its commitment to non-partisanship, non-denominationalism, and non-sectarianism in its efforts to revive patriotism. This declaration comes in response to Mabirizi’s legal threats against the Registrar General.
This legal battle is not the first between Mabirizi and Gen Muhoozi Kainerubgaba, as another pending lawsuit accuses the general of various offenses, including scandalous conduct and being a common nuisance. The alleged illegal public rally in Bukedea District involving Gen Muhoozi, Speaker Anita Among, ministers, MPs, and other supporters adds complexity to the legal proceedings.
