In a startling revelation, singer Mark Bugembe, widely known as Butchaman, has expressed his deep disappointment as a presidential advisor on Ghetto issues. Despite his prestigious appointment, he laments that he has never had the opportunity to see or advise the President in person, relying solely on television appearances for any form of interaction.
Butchaman openly voices his frustrations, stating that he feels let down by the fact that his boss remains inaccessible, with social media being his only means of communication and advice. He muses, “The President only appears on TV, so that’s where I assume my advisory role, and perhaps on Facebook.”
The renowned musician reveals that he feels deceived, emphasizing that it is implausible for him to be a presidential advisor who has never met or counseled his superior. He points out that constant cabinet meetings prevent advisors from meeting with the President, a situation that renders his role redundant.
Surprisingly, Butchaman discloses that he has never set foot in Nakasero State Lodge or Entebbe State House, an anomaly for someone in his position as a presidential advisor. Although he acknowledges receiving a monthly salary, the “Abakyala Temumatira” hit maker asserts that the remuneration is meager and was only credited after he protested to Gen Salim Saleh, the President’s brother.
Regretfully, the singer confesses to abandoning his previous position as Vice President to Bobi Wine in the Fire Base Crew, lamenting the missed opportunity. Butchaman eagerly expresses his willingness to rejoin Bobi Wine if given the chance, stating, “I miss him, and if he calls me to join him now, I will dash. Bobi should know that I am on his side in 2026. The NRM is frustrating.”
Butchaman makes it clear that he did not willingly join the NRM or meet President Museveni; instead, he claims they found him in a compromised state and persuaded him to align with them. Distressed, he concludes by confessing his financial struggles, stating, “I was duped; I don’t even have money.”
Butchaman’s revelation sheds light on the challenges faced by those who hold advisory positions within the government. It highlights the importance of meaningful communication and personal interaction between advisors and their superiors, rather than relying solely on mediated platforms. The frustrations expressed by Butchaman serve as a reminder of the complexities that can arise within political circles, where promises made are not always fulfilled.
