‘Don’t force yourself on citizens’ – Museveni warns leadersUgandan President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned political and religious leaders against imposing themselves on the people, urging them instead to win legitimacy through persuasion, good service delivery and tangible results. Speaking on Monday in Kitgum District, Museveni said leadership founded on intimidation betrays the will of the people and weakens institutions. Museveni said both scripture and political history favour persuasion over coercion. Museveni cited investments in electricity expansion, schools, health centres, water projects and road infrastructure as part of government efforts to transform the sub-region. “After some time, the people in the north started believing that Museveni and the NRM are good.

Source: Daily Nation February 17, 2026 20:22 UTC