Kampala, Uganda – One of Uganda’s outspoken legislators, Muhammad Nsereko has officially confirmed he will not seek re-election as Member of Parliament after serving three terms, delivering on a personal pledge he made to his constituents years ago.
Appearing live on NTV Uganda’s #MorningAtNTV program on Monday, Nsereko declared,
“When you are true to your word, you live up to it.” He further emphasized that this principle will be the cornerstone of the Ecological Party of Uganda (EPU), under which he now seeks to drive political reform.
“I promised to step aside after three terms. Today, I stand here having fulfilled that promise,” Nsereko said with conviction. “That’s the kind of leadership this country desperately needs, honest, selfless, and willing to walk away from power.”
Having launched the Ecological Party of Uganda (EPU) earlier this year, Nsereko is now championing a constitutional restoration of presidential term limits, which were controversially scrapped in 2005 and later compounded by the removal of the age limit cap in 2017.
“Our president under EPU will serve a maximum of two terms full stop. We are not in this to perpetuate power but to serve and exit honorably,” Nsereko declared.
This policy promise has sent waves through Uganda’s political scene, especially at a time when President Yoweri Museveni is widely expected to contest again in 2026, despite being in power since 1986.
While some critics may dismiss Nsereko’s declaration as idealistic, many see it as a bold challenge to Uganda’s political culture, where incumbency has often led to constitutional manipulation, term elongation, and dynastic politics.
Nsereko, the outgoing MP for Kampala Central, has long been known for his independent streak, often clashing with both the ruling NRM and mainstream opposition parties.
His decision to found EPU marks a new chapter, with a focus on youth inclusion, environmental protection, and democratic reforms.
On the show, he hinted at plans to field candidates across the country in the 2026 general elections and mobilize a new generation of Ugandans tired of the political status quo.
Across social media, Nsereko’s announcement drew mixed reactions, with some Ugandans praising his integrity and others questioning his long-term political relevance.
On X (formerly Twitter), @GraceKintu posted:
“Whether you agree with him or not, Nsereko just proved that Ugandan politicians can keep their word. Respect.”
Others were more skeptical:
“Let’s see if he really stays away from the MP race. Ugandan politics is full of surprises,” wrote @SamOkello256.
Nsereko’s message was not just about himself, it was a clear call to fellow politicians.
“We want to institutionalize humility. Power is not property. Public service should never become private inheritance.”
As the 2026 election cycle heats up, his example is likely to pile pressure on long-serving politicians who have built their careers on the back of broken promises and constitutional loopholes.
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