By Democratic Party (DP) Spokesperson, Opio Okoler Opio Amunu, has issued a bold call for national dialogue on Uganda’s political future, urging the country to confront critical questions about leadership transition and national unity.
Addressing the media in Kampala on Tuesday, Opio Lo Amanu weighed in on the recent pastoral letter issued by the Episcopal Council, expressing his full support for its content and describing it as coming “from the true source.”
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He emphasized the urgent need for Ugandans to reflect on the state of the nation, warning that the country is “seated on a volcano.”
He pointed out that national unity is fragile and often held together by symbolic activities such as games, national rituals, and shared responses to crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. However, he argued that these bonds are insufficient in the absence of inclusive national planning and honest dialogue.
“What if the President fell dead today?” Opio posed during his address, calling it a difficult but necessary question. “Do you know the challenges the country would face?”
He questioned the constitutional succession process, particularly whether the current Vice President would be able to lead the country effectively in the event of a sudden leadership vacuum.
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“These are scary questions, but they must be asked,” he insisted. “We need to ask ourselves whether Uganda is prepared for a peaceful and stable transition of power.”
Opio further emphasized the importance of planning for a post-Museveni Uganda, noting that the President is aging and that retirement whether voluntary or forced by nature is inevitable.
“We retire, or we are retired. Do we have a comprehensive plan to replace the President without destroying what has been built?” he asked.
He urged Ugandans to initiate a national conversation on governance, leadership succession, and unity, stressing that these issues are not just political but existential.
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