Uganda’s Football Legends Hand FUFA 14-Day Ultimatum Amid Governance and Corruption Claims.

By Skika Reporter.

A coalition of Ugandan football legends, led by former national team players Sulaiman “Mike” Mutyaba and Hassan “Gibby” Kalule, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the leadership of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), demanding accountability over alleged corruption, financial mismanagement, and governance failures within the country’s football administration.

The call was made during a press conference held on Monday at the Grand Imperial Hotel in Kampala, where more than 40 former football players gathered under a united platform advocating for reforms in Ugandan football.

Presenting a joint statement on behalf of the group, Kalule accused the current football leadership of presiding over years of mismanagement despite significant government investment in the sport.

“Our statement today is to appeal to the Government of Uganda to intervene and investigate the irregularities and mismanagement in football by top leaders,” Kalule said.

“Football can contribute significantly to national development if good governance is put in place. The government has invested heavily in the sport over the years, but much of that money has been misappropriated by the Magogo regime.”

The football legends emphasized that their campaign is not aimed at securing leadership positions within FUFA but rather at promoting transparency, accountability, and democratic processes within football administration.

“We are not fighting for leadership, but we want to see a transparent transition in electoral processes for good governance,” Kalule added.

Broad Coalition of Football Stakeholders

The movement brings together several football interest groups, including the Fraternity for Football Legends and Fans, Football Patriots, the Uganda Footballers Federation, and the Academy Owners Association.

The coalition demanded that FUFA settle all outstanding payments owed to national team players within 14 days and called on the current leadership to resign immediately.

Should the demands go unmet, the group announced plans to organize peaceful demonstrations, including an anti-corruption run intended to draw public attention to governance concerns within the sport.

Meeting With National Council of Sports

Following the press conference, the delegation proceeded to the headquarters of the National Council of Sports, where they held discussions with General Secretary Dr. Bernard Patrick Ogwel.

Details of the meeting had not been released by press time.

Investors Cite Longstanding Governance Concerns

The football legends also pointed to a pattern of investors and club owners exiting Ugandan football after experiencing what they describe as systemic governance challenges.

Among the examples cited was the decline of Proline FC under former owner Mujib Kasule. Despite operating one of the country’s most respected youth academies, the club suffered successive relegations and currently competes outside the top tiers of Ugandan football.

Former Kira Young FC proprietor Jimmy Lukwago has also publicly expressed regret over his involvement in football administration, citing negative experiences during his tenure.

The coalition further referenced the case of Busoga United FC, formerly known as Kirinya Jinja SS, where former owner Diana Nyago alleged that resistance to corruption contributed to her exit from club ownership. The club has since faced relegation and structural challenges.

Another notable case involved Allan Ssewanyana and Katwe United FC. Ssewanyana previously accused FUFA President Moses Magogo of involvement in the resale of tickets for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The matter eventually led to disciplinary action from FIFA, after which Katwe United encountered operational difficulties.

The coalition also highlighted the departure of engineer Immanuel Ben Misagga from SC Villa and the eventual collapse of his later project, Nyamityobora FC.

Most recently, Musa Atagenda announced the dissolution of Wakiso Giants FC, citing persistent concerns about fairness and governance within the football system. The decision brought an end to the club’s eight-year existence.

A Defining Test for Ugandan Football.

The united stance adopted by former players represents one of the strongest public challenges to Uganda’s football leadership in recent years. Their demands for accountability, transparency, and institutional reform reflect growing frustration among stakeholders who believe the sport’s development has been hindered by governance shortcomings.

As the 14-day deadline begins, attention now turns to FUFA leadership and government authorities, whose response could significantly influence the future direction of football governance in Uganda