Erias Lukwago, the Deputy President for the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in the Buganda region, has expressed serious concerns about the party's well-being, stating that it is currently under siege. The situation came to a head earlier today when Lukwago was denied entry into the party's headquarters in Najjanankumbi for a crucial National Council meeting.
As Lukwago arrived at the party's offices, he was met with an unexpected obstacle - he was stopped at the gate and told to proceed on foot to the entrance. This incident led to heated altercations between his entourage and individuals present, including police officers who were guarding the entrance.
Afterwards, Lukwago reluctantly agreed to park his car at a distance from the office building, hoping this would pave the way for him to attend the meeting. However, despite complying with the instructions, he was still denied access to the gathering. Addressing the media shortly after the incident, Lukwago decried the hostile environment that he and other party members were facing.
But Lukwago's situation was not isolated. Multiple party members also encountered obstacles while attempting to attend the National Council meeting. Several of them were barred from entry, leading to heightened tension and chaos at the FDC headquarters.
Prior to the scheduled meeting, a group of youths affiliated with the party had taken it upon themselves to expel individuals they perceived as troublemakers from the office premises. However, this action was met with resistance from another group within the party, further exacerbating the already tense situation.
Lukwago took the opportunity to emphasize how the current events unfolding within the party were contrary to the core principles and values it stands for.
"The whole environment and all the events happening here are inconsistent with the philosophy and values of the party," he stated.
Furthermore, Lukwago expressed concerns for his safety and the safety of other party members, given the restriction on his vehicle within the premises.
"If my vehicle is not allowed on the premises, it raises doubts about the security measures inside," he said.
Asserting his membership and position within the FDC, Lukwago made it clear that he was not a persona non grata in the party.
"I am a bona fide member. I am the Deputy President of FDC, and we are here to deliberate the state of affairs of the party," he emphasized.
As the situation remains tense and uncertain, FDC members and the public are closely monitoring developments within the party. The National Council meeting, which was meant to address important party matters, has been put on hold due to the ongoing disruptions and confrontations. The extent of the impact on the party's cohesion and future direction remains to be seen as the situation unfolds.
