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I did not take SC Villa to court out of bitterness. I did it because the club’s constitution is being ignored, elections are being delayed indefinitely, and the voices of tens of thousands of fans are being sidelined.

With several prominent politicians losing their seats in the 2026 elections, football may offer them a powerful comeback platform—reviving clubs, reconnecting with communities, and reshaping their influence beyond Parliament.

Magogo’s proposal to shift institutional clubs from league competitors to community sponsors could reshape Ugandan football by restoring identity, fan connection, and grassroots development.

SC Villa’s apparent stability masks a deeper governance crisis, where expired mandates, suspended democratic structures, and personality-driven leadership threaten the very foundation of the club’s future.

Immediate action is required to restore lawful governance at SC Villa—leadership must respect the statutes, declare the presidency vacant, and correct the ongoing constitutional violations weakening the club’s integrity.

Former SC Villa president Ben Misagga issues a legal ultimatum over Mandela’s leadership, demanding transparency, audits, and proof of mandate extension.