Musician and former National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter Ronald Mayinja has publicly declared his disinterest in the political party he once endorsed, stating he no longer believes in its potential to lead Uganda.
Mayinja expressed doubts about NUP’s leader, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, ever ascending to the presidency.
According to Mayinja, the foundation of the party is deeply flawed, rooted in what he describes as “immorality, abusive language, and intolerance.”
He argued that such attributes alienate the party from a broader national appeal necessary to unite Ugandans and assume leadership.
“Uganda is for the people—NRM, opposition, independents, and all religions,” he stated. “So if you choose to abuse people during campaigns, then what will happen when you take over power?”
In contrast, Mayinja praised President Yoweri Museveni, saying he deserves to continue leading the country. He described Museveni as a welcoming and unifying figure, even to his political opponents.
“If you want to be president, speak things that unite us and not be a president of a group,” Mayinja emphasized.
Addressing criticism regarding his past political songs, some of which supported the opposition while others praised the government, Mayinja clarified that he was never paid to create them. He said the decision to compose and perform such music has always been his own.
“The money I used in studio—was it theirs?” he asked rhetorically. “Let me think at my own pace. Don’t put me down or insult me. Let’s respect each other despite our political differences.”