The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party has advised the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, to explore alternative strategies in resolving the case of the said 18 missing persons. They cautioned that a parliamentary boycott may not achieve the desired results.
John Kikonyogo, the spokesperson for the FDC party, addressed the media at the party headquarters in Najjanankumbi, urging Mpuuga to engage with leaders of all opposition parties to reach a consensus on the issue rather than pursuing a boycott.
Kikonyogo emphasized the party’s experience, stating, “FDC, as a party, has been a victim for many years. A number of us are here for consultancy today on how we can handle these issues. It should not be an individual’s responsibility to fight alone and try to blackmail anybody else.”
He proposed a strategy of singling out individuals, taking legal action against them, and holding them accountable for producing the missing persons instead of demanding action from the entire government.
Kikonyogo cautioned against mixing rescue efforts with political motives, saying, “It is very dangerous if you are looking to rescue someone and at the same time you are fighting for political recognition. You may not succeed because those people who don’t want you to succeed may end up fighting from your own camp.”
Expressing concern, he noted that the opposition’s lack of proper planning for the boycott could hinder its success, emphasizing the need for strategic considerations and a clear end game.
Kikonyogo clarified that FDC Members of Parliament are not participating in the boycott because the party was not consulted. However, Mpuuga countered, asserting that all political parties were engaged through their whips during the shadow cabinet, and the whips are expected to convey the outcomes to their respective party headquarters.
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