President Yoweri Museveni has reiterated that he will not accept lectures from anyone about democracy, especially foreigners in his new term.
Speaking in front of over 12 African heads of state and other dignitaries from all over the world shortly after being inaugurated, Museveni said Uganda initiated its own democracy that he said is one of the best in the world.
Museveni, who was indirectly giving a hard slap to the face of the west, said none of them has credentials to allow them to lecture him about democracy.
Referring to the National Resistance Army that later metamorphosed into the UPDF and National Resistance Movement party, Museveni said he fought for 16 years to ensure Uganda attains democracy, adding that the fruits can be seen by everyone.
The newly elected Ugandan leader said Uganda will only accept advice from its African peers and from the West if it is done through mutual respect.
Museveni’s comments come on the backdrop of sanctions by the US government against several Ugandan security officials over violence in the just concluded elections.
Museveni also appealed to Ugandans to forget the post-election period and embark on their work through the four economic sectors including commercial agriculture, industries, services and ICT which will help chase poverty, create wealth and jobs.
