The Ugandan government on Tuesday warned diplomats accredited to the country to desist from electioneering as the country’s presidential polls scheduled for February 18 nears.
The government spokesman, Mr. Ofwono Opondo, told reporters that some envoys have been unduly meddling in the country’s internal politics and elections contrary to international norms and practices.
“The government takes strong exception to meddling and would like to caution those doing so to desist forthwith and in case there are matters of concern they should be addressed through the appropriate diplomatic channels,” Mr Ofwono said without naming the countries involved.
He said diplomats must respect Uganda’s sovereignty in accordance with international norms and practices.
Several foreign observers are in the East African country to observe the much anticipated polls that will see long serving President Yoweri Museveni battle it out against hit two main rivals, former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi and Kizza Besigye of the leading opposition party, Forum for Democratic Change.
The election observers include among others those from the European Union, Commonwealth, African Union and other regional organizations.
