I See Muhoozi Is Capable- Museveni Tells NRM Senior Officials As They Debate About Him Succeeding His Father

President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly expressed confidence in his son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, during discussions about Uganda’s political future and the possibility of him becoming the country’s next president in 2031.

According to reports, Museveni made the remarks while addressing senior officials of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) during a Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting where members discussed the question of succession.

The President reportedly presented a discussion paper highlighting the qualities he believes Uganda’s next leader should possess. During the discussion, he also pointed to Muhoozi’s military experience and leadership credentials as important factors that should be considered when assessing his suitability for the country’s top office.

Museveni is reported to have told the senior officials that he sees Muhoozi as capable of taking on the responsibility of leading Uganda. His comments came as some party members reportedly questioned whether the army chief had gained enough experience outside the military to lead a civilian government.

The discussions reportedly exposed differing opinions among NRM leaders, with some supporting Muhoozi’s possible presidential ambitions while others expressed reservations about his public conduct and readiness for civilian political leadership.

NRM Vice Chairperson Calvin Echodu reportedly advised Museveni to retire Muhoozi from the military and assign him a civilian role. Echodu argued that such an appointment would give him an opportunity to interact with ordinary Ugandans and gain experience in civilian administration before seeking the presidency.

Other reports indicated that the CEC discussions became heated, with some members reportedly urging Museveni to contest again in 2031 instead of preparing his son to take over. However, the accounts of what transpired during the closed-door meetings have varied, and the party has not announced a formal succession decision.

Muhoozi has openly expressed interest in contesting the 2031 presidential election and enjoys support from the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU). With different opinions emerging from within the ruling party, attention is now focused on how Museveni and the NRM leadership will handle the succession debate in the coming years.