Politics 1 June 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Ssemujju Nganda Joins X, Gains 24,000 Followers in 10 Hours
Former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has officially launched his X (formerly Twitter) account, rapidly attracting over 24,000 followers within his first 10 hours on the platform. His entry addresses his prior conspicuous absence from social media despite his videos often trending. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/x-plosion-ssemujju-nganda-hits-24-000-followers-in-10-hours-on-debut-5481716
Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, the former MP for Kira Municipality and Secretary General of the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF), has made a significant entry into the social media landscape by launching his official X account. In a remarkable debut, the account garnered over 24,000 followers in just 10 hours, signaling strong public interest.
Nganda’s first post, captioned with “Today I officially join X to take part in the conversation of the Uganda we want,” was accompanied by a brief video introducing himself to the platform’s users. This move comes after years of his notable absence from social media, a fact that often drew comment, even as his parliamentary speeches and videos frequently went viral.
“This is the official handle for Ssemujju Ibrahim Nganda,” his profile states, featuring a characteristic photo of the politician. Operating under the handle @SsemujjuIN, Nganda explicitly distanced himself from impersonators and parody accounts that had previously used his name.
The rapid follower growth has been described as “phenomenal,” with the account reaching 10,000 followers in under four hours and approaching 25,000 by late evening on his launch day. Reactions on X ranged from welcoming messages and encouragement to join the digital conversation to skepticism and critiques, particularly from those questioning his timing after losing his parliamentary seat.
Despite being a late adopter to personal social media use, Nganda, known for his sharp commentary and distinctive style, including his signature blue suits and occasional red tarboush during significant political events, has quickly found a substantial audience eager to engage with his views. The platform’s users have expressed a mix of anticipation for his insights and commentary, mirroring his reputation for fearless political discourse.