Breaking News Uganda-Joel Ssenyonyi, Ugandan opposition leader, has raised concerns about the government’s spending practices ahead of the upcoming elections.

In a recent statement, he questioned why President Museveni continues to create new districts and constituencies, despite the ongoing push to reduce government expenditure.

Ssenyonyi pointed out the contradiction between the President’s claims of cutting down on government expenses and the actual increase in administrative positions.

He highlighted the growing number of Cabinet members, Presidential Advisors, Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), and even newly introduced positions like Assistant Deputy RDCs.
“If the President is serious about cutting down on government expenses, why does he always create new districts and new constituencies as we head for elections? Why does he have a bloated Cabinet? Why are there so many Presidential Advisors? Why do we have so many RDCs [resident district commissioners], Deputy RDCs and now Assistant Deputy RDCs? That is a lie. Stop fooling the people of Uganda. I want to challenge the President, stop preaching water and then you drink wine”- @JoelSsenyonyi

“If the President is serious about cutting down on government expenses, why does he always create new districts and new constituencies as we head for elections?” Ssenyonyi asked.

He further emphasized that these moves contradict the government’s purported commitment to reducing wasteful spending.

Ssenyonyi’s criticism underscores a broader public concern about the government’s fiscal priorities and the use of public funds.

Many Ugandans are questioning whether the creation of new positions and districts serves the people or simply increases the burden on the national budget.

The opposition leader’s challenge to the President is clear: “Stop preaching water and then drink wine.” Ssenyonyi’s statement calls for genuine accountability and transparency in government spending, urging the President to address the growing concerns about the misuse of public resources.

This call for accountability shows the frustration of many Ugandans who feel that government priorities often do not align with the needs of the people, especially in light of the economic challenges the country faces.

As the elections draw closer, this debate over government spending is likely to intensify, with the public closely watching how leaders respond to calls for more responsible fiscal management.