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The unveiling of the PLU took place on Wednesday at the headquarters of the MK Movement in Kololo.
This initiative marks a transformation of the MK Movement, established in 2022, into what is described as a "non-political" entity, despite earlier rumors suggesting the launch of a new political party.
The rebranding to the Patriotic League of Uganda is seen as a strategic move to broaden the movement's appeal and impact, shifting the focus towards collective national improvement and unity.
The announcement made by the movement spokesman Michael Mawanda clarified the PLU's mission as a civic organization dedicated to the principles of independence, sovereignty, and development of Uganda.
The statement from the MK Movement emphasized, “We the MK Movement hereby proclaim the aforementioned objects to be a manifest precondition for the independence, sovereignty and development of Uganda; and in furtherance of the aforementioned objects, we hereby constitute ourselves into a civic organization and assume and adopt a new name and identity, the PATRIOTIC LEAGUE OF UGANDA, with the aim of working towards reviving in Ugandans a spirit of good citizenship.”
It also stated, “We commit to ensure that the PATRIOTIC LEAGUE OF UGANDA'S efforts towards reviving patriotism will remain non-partisan, non-denominational and non-sectarian.”
The PLU aims to address issues such as fighting corruption, conserving the environment, and encouraging Ugandans to engage in their civic duties for the collective good. It also intends to preserve Uganda's natural and social cohesion.
The event saw attendance from numerous members of parliament and hundreds of Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba's supporters, indicating significant backing for the new initiative.
Speaking as chief guest at the launch, Capt. Mike Mukula the NRM government will not peacefully surrender power to “groups that do not have Uganda at heart.”
He singled out Bobi Wine, the head of the opposition National Unity Platform, whom he accused of being in bed with the Westerners who colonized and enslaved Africans for centuries.
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) was launched amid pomp and celebration from supporters of Gen Kainerugaba, who however did not attend in person.
Dozens of NRM members of Parliament and a handful from the opposition including Ojara Mapenduzi of Bardege-Layibi, and Twaha Kagabo of Bukoto South were also in attendance.
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