Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has claimed that corruption within the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs has reduced significantly under his leadership.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Gen. Muhoozi stated that corruption in the ministry has dropped by 85 percent since he assumed command, describing the progress as part of broader efforts to improve accountability within the armed forces.
“There is corruption in our country but I can assure all of you that in the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs it has reduced by 85% since we took command,” he said.
The remarks come amid ongoing public concern about corruption in government institutions, an issue that has consistently featured in national debates and policy discussions.
In additional posts, Muhoozi also made personal and political remarks, reaffirming his loyalty to President Yoweri Museveni, whom he referred to as a father figure. He further described Rwandan President Paul Kagame as his “uncle,” comments that have previously sparked public discussion given the sensitivity of regional relations.
The general also responded to critics who have compared him to former Ugandan leader Idi Amin, dismissing the comparison while framing it within a broader historical context.
While the claim of an 85 percent reduction in corruption has not been independently verified, it is likely to draw scrutiny from transparency advocates and the public, especially regarding how such figures are measured and enforced.
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs has not yet issued an official detailed statement outlining the metrics behind the reported reduction.
