NRM MPs yesterday expressed their concern on the appointment of Budadiri West MP Nathan Nandala Mafabi as leader of the opposition.
MPs said although Mafabi was a hard-working and assertive politician, his character requires ‘fine-tuning’ to enable him fit in the new position.
“I congratulate him on performing well as the chairman of the public accounts committee. But the new position requires a particular clout and Mafabi should make adjustments in his conduct in order to fit within the description of the opposition leader,” Kinkizi East MP Chris Baryomunsi said.
He said at times Mafabi is emotional and advised him to control his temper.
NRM legislator Rosemary Seninde appealed to Mafabi to be cooperative.
She said the former leader of the opposition, Ogenga Latigo, cooperated with Parliament and the Government.
Seninde said they are yearning for a semblance of that character in his successor.
Pallisa County MP Jacob Opolot (NRM) said Mafabi should perform his duties objectively and put national interests above the party.
However, other opposition political parties said Mafabi was the most suitable person for the post because of his resilience and anti-corruption crusade.
Democratic Party’s Lulume Bayiga, Latif Sebaggala, Florence Namayanja and Sebuliba Mutumba praised Mafabi, saying the opposition needed a knowledgeable and focused leader to put the Government in check and strengthen the role of the opposition in Uganda’s governance.
‘‘Nandala has a track record for consistency and fearlessness in unearthing corruption scandals. This is the right person for the post. We will support him’’, UPCs’ Betty Amongi said.
Published in the New Vision, May 27, 11
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