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The Makerere University Guild government has been thrown into fresh controversy after the 92nd Guild Minister for Culture, Mobilisation and Social Affairs, Mutebi Edward, tendered his resignation just hours after reportedly being suspended by Guild President Gracious Kadondi.
In a strongly worded resignation letter dated November 2, 2026, Mutebi announced his immediate departure from the cabinet, citing what he described as persistent leadership conflicts, interference in his work, and growing frustrations with the conduct of the Guild President.
The resignation comes amid escalating tensions within the student leadership and follows Mutebi's reported suspension by Kadondi, adding a dramatic twist to an already strained relationship between the two officials.
In the letter addressed to the Guild President, Mutebi singled out the handling of the Freshers' Ball held on October 31 as the breaking point. He alleged that while preparations involved consultations with university management, security officials, and sponsors, the Guild President and Vice President were largely absent from the planning process.
Mutebi further claimed that the Guild President arrived shortly before the event with a large entourage and attempted to alter the agreed programme, a move he said created friction with security personnel, sponsors, and a guest artiste.
"The Freshers' Ball was the last straw for me," Mutebi wrote, arguing that the incident reflected broader leadership challenges within the guild administration.
Despite his criticism of the guild leadership, the outgoing minister highlighted several achievements during his tenure. He credited his office with securing strategic partnerships that supported student activities, including sponsorship arrangements that enabled the hosting of major campus events. He also pointed to the return of Coca-Cola as a sponsor, the organisation of a FIFA World Cup watch party, and efforts to revive student social life through events such as movie nights.
Mutebi expressed gratitude to his deputy, fellow student leaders, university administrators, and members of the student community who supported his work during his time in office.
However, he accused the Guild President of taking credit for initiatives undertaken by his ministry, frustrating projects, and prioritising personal interests over student welfare. According to the outgoing minister, the Guild government had increasingly drifted away from its intended role of representing students.
"I leave your Cabinet gladly with my dignity intact," he wrote, adding that he was departing richer in experience and friendships.
In a strongly worded resignation letter dated November 2, 2026, Mutebi announced his immediate departure from the cabinet, citing what he described as persistent leadership conflicts, interference in his work, and growing frustrations with the conduct of the Guild President.
The resignation comes amid escalating tensions within the student leadership and follows Mutebi's reported suspension by Kadondi, adding a dramatic twist to an already strained relationship between the two officials.
In the letter addressed to the Guild President, Mutebi singled out the handling of the Freshers' Ball held on October 31 as the breaking point. He alleged that while preparations involved consultations with university management, security officials, and sponsors, the Guild President and Vice President were largely absent from the planning process.
Mutebi further claimed that the Guild President arrived shortly before the event with a large entourage and attempted to alter the agreed programme, a move he said created friction with security personnel, sponsors, and a guest artiste.
"The Freshers' Ball was the last straw for me," Mutebi wrote, arguing that the incident reflected broader leadership challenges within the guild administration.
Despite his criticism of the guild leadership, the outgoing minister highlighted several achievements during his tenure. He credited his office with securing strategic partnerships that supported student activities, including sponsorship arrangements that enabled the hosting of major campus events. He also pointed to the return of Coca-Cola as a sponsor, the organisation of a FIFA World Cup watch party, and efforts to revive student social life through events such as movie nights.
Mutebi expressed gratitude to his deputy, fellow student leaders, university administrators, and members of the student community who supported his work during his time in office.
However, he accused the Guild President of taking credit for initiatives undertaken by his ministry, frustrating projects, and prioritising personal interests over student welfare. According to the outgoing minister, the Guild government had increasingly drifted away from its intended role of representing students.
"I leave your Cabinet gladly with my dignity intact," he wrote, adding that he was departing richer in experience and friendships.