Leaked!! Anita Among Listed Among Possible Candidates to Take Over After Museveni

Fresh political debate has broken out in Uganda after a report by Erute South MP Odur Jonathan suggested possible successors to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Among the surprising names mentioned was that of the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among.

Odur Jonathan, while addressing Parliament, openly spoke about the need for Ugandans to prepare for leadership beyond Museveni. He emphasized that the country will one day require a new president and that it was important to start thinking about potential candidates. His remarks immediately stirred reactions both inside and outside the House.

According to Odur, Uganda cannot avoid the reality that leadership transition will happen. He argued that identifying possible future leaders now would prevent confusion and ensure a smooth handover of power when the time comes. This, he said, was not to undermine the current president, but rather to prepare the nation for inevitable change.

What shocked many was the mention of Speaker Anita Among on the list of possible successors. Known for her firm leadership style in Parliament, Among has grown into one of the most influential women in Ugandan politics. Her inclusion in Odur’s list sparked a wave of discussions across political and social circles.

Supporters of Among welcomed the idea, saying she has proven to be strong, decisive, and capable of handling national affairs. They pointed to her rapid rise in politics, from district leadership to heading the August House, as proof of her ability to take on even bigger responsibilities.

However, not everyone was pleased with Odur’s remarks. Some politicians and commentators accused him of trying to ignite unnecessary political speculation. They argued that openly discussing Museveni’s successor could cause divisions within the ruling party and the country at large.

Others felt that it was too early to start listing potential successors, given Museveni’s long history of political resilience. The president has led Uganda since 1986, and despite his age, he remains active and has not shown any signs of stepping down soon.

Still, Odur’s statement has opened the door to a new political conversation. For years, talk about Museveni’s succession has been considered sensitive, with many avoiding the subject. Now, with names like Anita Among being openly mentioned, the debate may no longer be easy to silence.

Political analysts say that whether or not Among is seriously considered as a successor, the fact that her name is on such a list demonstrates how far she has come in national politics. It also highlights the growing recognition of women as potential leaders in Uganda’s future.

As the dust settles, one thing is clear: Odur Jonathan’s remarks have placed succession back in the spotlight. Whether Ugandans embrace or resist the idea, discussions about life after Museveni are now louder than ever before. And with names like Anita Among being brought forward, the political landscape could soon become even more interesting.