Uganda: Ssekikubo Accuses Parliament Official of Sabotaging No-Confidence Motion Kampala, Uganda: Lwemiyaga County Member of Parliament (MP) Theodore Ssekikubo has accused the Clerk to Parliament, Jane Kibirige, of sabotaging a no-confidence motion against Speaker Rebecca Kadaga. Ssekikubo made the allegations on Thursday during a press conference in Kampala. He claimed that Kibirige had deliberately delayed the processing of the motion, which was submitted to the Parliament on October 22. “We are deeply concerned about the deliberate delay in processing the motion of no confidence against the Speaker,” Ssekikubo said. “We believe that this is an attempt to sabotage the motion and prevent it from being debated on the floor of Parliament.” According to the Rules of Procedure of the Ugandan Parliament, a no-confidence motion must be debated within 14 days of its submission. However, Ssekikubo argued that Kibirige had not scheduled the motion for debate within that timeframe. “The Clerk is required by the rules to schedule the motion for debate as soon as possible, but she has chosen to delay the process,” Ssekikubo said. “This is a clear indication that she is acting under the orders of Speaker Kadaga.” Ssekikubo called on the Parliamentary Commission to investigate Kibirige’s conduct and take appropriate disciplinary action. He also threatened to file a complaint with the Constitutional Court if the motion is not debated soon. Kadaga has denied the allegations, saying that she has no control over the processing of the motion. She has accused Ssekikubo of making false and malicious claims to tarnish her reputation. The no-confidence motion against Kadaga has been filed by a group of opposition MPs who accuse her of bias, incompetence, and abuse of office. If passed, the motion would lead to Kadaga being removed as Speaker and replaced by a new candidate elected by Parliament. The Speaker’s office plays a crucial role in Parliament, overseeing its administrative and financial affairs. The no-confidence motion against Kadaga highlights the ongoing tensions within the Ugandan Parliament and raises questions about the independence and integrity of its institutions.Australia is facing a potential gas supply shortage during the coldest months of the year, partly due to production shortages at a plant in Victoria.Australia is facing a potential gas supply shortage during the coldest months of the year, partly due to production shortages at a plant in Victoria. The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) said yesterday there is a risk there will not be enough gas supply to meet demand until the end of September in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, the ACT and Tasmania. One reason for the potential shortfall is significant production constraints at the Langford gas plant, where offshore maintenance will continue at least until early July. However, high demand for gas as the East Coast shivers from a frigid cold snap is also contributing to the problem. Added to this is a lower than expected supply of wind energy, which in turn has increased demand for gas. Speaking to the ABC this morning, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said more gas production was needed to cover the shortfall. “We will solve those problems with AEMO… we need more gas supply,” he said. Australia currently exports the vast majority of its natural gas, with around 75 per cent going overseas, according to the latest government figures released last September.Uganda: Parliament Official Accused of Sabotaging No-Confidence Motion Kampala, Uganda – Member of Parliament (MP) Latif Ssekikubo has accused an official in Parliament of deliberately sabotaging a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja. Speaking to the press, Ssekikubo alleged that the official, who he declined to name, had refused to receive the motion, which had been signed by 124 MPs. “This is a clear case of sabotage and an attempt to stifle democratic processes in this country,” Ssekikubo said. “We will not allow them to get away with it.” The motion, which was filed by the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP), accuses Nabbanja of failing to address rising food and fuel prices, corruption, and human rights abuses. The official in question has denied the allegations, claiming that the motion was not properly formatted and did not meet the required signatures. “We have always received motions in good faith, and we have never acted in a partisan manner,” the official said. However, Ssekikubo maintains that the motion was in order and that the official’s actions were politically motivated. “We have evidence to prove that this official has been working behind the scenes to undermine our motion,” Ssekikubo said. “We will not be cowed into silence.” The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has promised to investigate the allegations and take appropriate action. The incident has raised concerns about the integrity of Parliament and the government’s commitment to democratic principles.