In a recent address, President Museveni took a stand against the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels, denouncing their aspirations to impose Islamic Law (Sharia) on Uganda. He expressed incredulity at the rebels’ attempts to disrupt the peaceful coexistence of various religious groups in the country.
The president underscored the long-standing harmony among different religious communities in Uganda, particularly in the Ntungamo region, where Muslims and non-Muslims have peacefully lived together for many years. He emphasized that the ADF’s agenda to enforce Sharia law in Uganda is not only misguided but also indicative of their lack of understanding of Ugandan society.
President Museveni revealed that the ADF rebels had received support from former leaders such as Mobutu Sese Seko of Congo and Omar al-Bashir of Sudan. He recounted the rebels’ failed infiltration attempts into Uganda, including a significant attack in 1996 that resulted in heavy ADF casualties.
The president also highlighted the ADF rebels’ dealings with the government of President Kabila in Congo, allowing them to freely operate in Eastern Congo, where they engaged in criminal activities such as robbery, illegal mining, and timber cutting.
President Museveni firmly condemned the ADF rebels and their supporters, asserting that Uganda will not succumb to becoming a Sharia state. He reiterated the government’s commitment to taking decisive action against any threats to the country’s peace and stability.
In his resolute message, President Museveni shone a light on the ADF rebels’ futile endeavors to disrupt Uganda’s social fabric, serving as a stern warning to those seeking to undermine the unity and harmony of the nation.
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