VP Alupo Secures Meeting Between Museveni and Teso Parliamentary Group “TPG “

By Peterson Hiirya.

Vice-President (Rtd. Maj.) Jessica Rose Alupo has reportedly arranged a meeting between President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and members of the Teso Parliamentary Group at a time when political speculation is mounting over possible changes in Uganda’s top leadership.

The planned meeting, expected to take place this week, will bring together Members of Parliament from the Teso sub-region, alongside two opinion leaders from each district, to discuss government achievements, regional development and outstanding concerns affecting their communities.

The development has attracted public attention following the circulation of a message reportedly written by Alupo in the Teso Parliamentary Group WhatsApp platform. The communication later surfaced on the X account of Kasambya County MP David Kabanda, a known supporter of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.

In the message, Alupo informed legislators that President Museveni had agreed to meet them, although the specific date and time were yet to be confirmed.

She encouraged the MPs to prepare a comprehensive account of government programmes and interventions they appreciate, as well as identify challenges and priority issues they would like the President to address during the current term.

However, the Vice-President reportedly cautioned the legislators against turning the engagement into a discussion about individual political ambitions, personalities or personal interests. She emphasised that the meeting should remain focused on issues affecting the people of Teso.

Alupo also reportedly discouraged any discussion concerning her personal political future, explaining that her appointments to various government positions had been decisions made by President Museveni.

She concluded her communication by urging the legislators to prioritise issues that would improve the welfare of people in the Teso sub-region, adding: “Silence is Golden. Enjoy your week.”

Muhoozi’s Statements Fuel Political Speculation

The reported communication comes against the backdrop of growing political debate following recent statements by Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who has publicly suggested that his tenure as CDF could soon come to an end.

On November 5, Muhoozi announced through his X account that he was preparing to leave the military leadership position, saying he had completed the responsibilities God had entrusted to him.

He indicated that he expected to hand over the office to a qualified officer within a few months before dedicating his life to Christ.

Four days later, on November 9, Muhoozi made another statement that attracted even greater political attention when he openly addressed the office of the Vice-President.

“About being Vice-President. I think we have been diplomatic enough. Whoever is in that office should prepare to hand it over soon,” he posted.

He further suggested that, should he assume the position, he would introduce a military-inspired approach to government administration, promising to eliminate inefficiency.

His remarks have intensified speculation about the future of the current Vice-President, particularly because Alupo is the incumbent occupying the office Muhoozi has publicly indicated an interest in.

Alupo’s Political Position

A retired army major, Jessica Rose Alupo has served as Uganda’s Vice-President since June 2021. She previously held the positions of Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs and Minister of Education and Sports.

Her political future has consequently become a subject of public discussion following Muhoozi’s recent declarations.

Nevertheless, there has been no official announcement from President Museveni or the government confirming an impending change in the Vice-President’s office.

It also remains unclear whether the proposed engagement between Museveni and Teso legislators has any connection to the latest political developments or is simply part of the President’s routine consultations with regional leaders.

For now, Muhoozi’s statements remain public declarations and should not be interpreted as confirmation of an appointment or an agreed leadership transition.

The proposed meeting will therefore be closely watched as political discussions surrounding Uganda’s future leadership continue to attract national attention.