Ibrahim Mayanja, popularly known as Big Eye, has hit back at critics questioning his ability to serve as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Nansana Municipality.
Last week, Big Eye declared his intention to run for the Nansana MP seat in the 2026 general elections under the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, a move that sparked mixed reactions. While some people welcomed his bid, others criticized him, claiming he lacks the ability to express himself in fluent English, an essential skill for parliamentary debates.
In response to the backlash, Big Eye dismissed the criticism, arguing that leadership is about service delivery and not merely speaking English.
“Parliament is not all about speaking English. It’s about delivering services to the people. The people need proper representation and service delivery, and that’s where I am going to put my emphasis when I enter the Parliament of Uganda,” Big Eye stated during an interview with a local YouTuber.
His statement suggests that his primary focus will be on grassroots representation and tangible development projects, rather than formal eloquence in English.
Although Big Eye has expressed confidence in his campaign, he still faces a major hurdle within the NUP party itself. The ruling MP for Nansana, Wakayima Musoke, is also a member of NUP and is expected to seek re-election. Additionally, Zambali Bulasio Mukasa, a journalist from NBS TV, and another candidate, Serukuma John Bosco, have also shown interest in the seat.
