Kampala Lord Mayor and KCCA patron Erias Lukwago has welcomed the Federation of Uganda Football Associations’ (FUFA) decision to scrap the controversial Uganda Premier League (UPL) format, calling it a victory for clubs, fans, and the spirit of fair competition.
Speaking on NBS Sport, Lukwago said the decision to revert to the traditional home-and-away league system was long overdue, revealing that top clubs including KCCA FC, Vipers SC, SC Villa, and NEC FC had openly opposed the short-lived format.
Lukwago accused FUFA President Moses Magogo of letting politics influence football administration, saying the failed format was a reflection of poor consultation and hidden agendas.
He further claimed that some individuals had exploited KCCA’s status as a government institution for political convenience.
“Moses Magogo is a certified politician. Football and politics don’t mix, so what is he still doing as FUFA President?” Lukwago said, adding that football reforms should be guided by merit and technical understanding rather than political interests.
The outspoken Lord Mayor also drew comparisons between former FUFA boss Lawrence Mulindwa and CAF President Patrice Motsepe, suggesting that Magogo’s leadership was dismantling a system that had once nurtured his own rise in the game.
Lukwago applauded fans, sponsors, and clubs for resisting the changes, saying their collective pressure forced FUFA to reconsider.
He urged the federation to be more transparent and inclusive when introducing future reforms, warning that football governance must not be dictated by personal or political motives.
