Final Warning! Sejusa Turns Up Heat on Presidential Swearing-In

Former Ugandan spy master David Sejusa has renewed calls for constitutional reforms, proposing that a president-elect be sworn in within one week after election results are declared. The retired general argues that the current timeline creates what he describes as an “absentee government,” leaving citizens without visible leadership during a critical transition period.

Gen Sejusa, previously known as Tinyefuza, says his proposal is intended to address what he views as a governance gap between the announcement of election results and the formal inauguration of a new administration. According to him, this delay undermines public confidence and creates uncertainty within government structures.

To illustrate his concerns, Sejusa pointed to a recent incident involving Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, who visited traders affected by a fire at Katwe Market in Kampala on March 17, 2026. The Kabaka’s visit, Sejusa noted, highlighted the absence of government officials in responding to the crisis.

“Just seen The Kabaka at Katwe Market [on March 17, 2026] where he went to commiserate with his people whose property and money got destroyed in a fire. The burning for me is not the main news here because it has become a common occurring,” noted Sejusa.

“What I found disturbing is what the people reported to the Kabaka; that since the fire, no government official had visited them. He was the first! How many Ministers [does Kampala have]? Mayors, [Executive Director of Kampala Capital City Authority – KCCA] etc, where are they?”

Sejusa believes that such incidents expose a deeper structural issue. He argues that the period between the declaration of election results and the swearing-in ceremony creates a leadership vacuum. During this time, outgoing officials may be disengaged after electoral defeat, while incoming leaders have not yet assumed office.

In his view, this transitional gap results in ineffective governance, as key decision-makers are either uncertain about their political future or no longer fully committed to their roles.

“However, I have a clue about what the problem is; There Is No Functioning Governing Between The Declaration Of Presidential Results And Swearing Of The New President. January to May…. The old mayor Mr Lukwago was voted out, the new one is not in,” noted Sejusa.

“The Ministers are not sure if they are coming back. The ED, who knows, may be also busy lobbing for a new job in the coming government (just in jest here).”

To address this issue, Sejusa is now advocating for a constitutional amendment that would require the president-elect to take office within seven days of being declared the winner. He questioned the necessity of the current extended transition period.

“Whatever the case, this shows we need to amend the constitution and have the president sworn-in within one week after the declaration of results. It serves no purpose to wait 5 months – Jan 14th to May?” he wondered.

Interestingly, Sejusa revealed that he was part of the Constituent Assembly that debated and adopted the current provisions governing the transition period. At the time, he opposed the extended timeline.

“I was in the CA, and many of us opposed this provision and thought it would be disruptive, especially if the in-coming President is not the incumbent,” he revealed.

“But late Kanyeihamba and a few heads had this idea that Uganda had become America…. pushed it!”

Reflecting on the present situation, Sejusa now insists that the five-month transition period is counterproductive and should be reconsidered in light of governance challenges.

“Five months of absentee government is a great waste and should be revisited,” he said.

His remarks come amid broader discussions about potential constitutional reforms in Uganda, including rumors of proposals that would allow only Members of Parliament to vote for the president. While these claims remain unconfirmed, they add to the ongoing debate about the country’s political future.

Gen Sejusa has long been known for his outspoken views, often placing him at odds with President Yoweri Museveni. In the past, he alleged that there was a plan for Muhoozi Kainerugaba to eventually succeed his father. Sejusa once expressed frustration over suggestions that he might have to salute Muhoozi in the future, while Muhoozi himself stated that he had no presidential ambitions until Sejusa’s remarks increased public attention around him.

As debate over governance reforms intensifies, Sejusa’s latest proposal adds a fresh dimension to conversations about leadership transitions, constitutional amendments, and the efficiency of Uganda’s political system.