The
Patriotic League of Uganda, chaired by Kainerugaba, collected the signatures
through online and physical drives across regions to back his potential 2031
presidential run.
Kainerugaba ordered members to halt debates on
President Museveni's recent NRM paper and focus on endorsements, while youth
groups and a new Women's League mobilize nationwide.
Backers praise his military background, but critics question a serving officer's political role and cite past statements, as the drive aims for 20 million signatures by September 2027 amid NRM succession talks.