Frank Gashumba Will Apologise to Christians- Muhoozi Breaks Silence on Feud With Fake Miracle Pastors

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), has said social commentator Frank Gashumba will apologise to Christians in the country following his controversial remarks about some pastors and their claims of performing miracles.

In a statement shared on X, formerly Twitter, Muhoozi said the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), a political pressure group he leads, had no problem with pastors in Uganda. His remarks come amid a public dispute between Gashumba and several religious leaders over miracle claims and the conduct of some church ministers.

"Frank Gashumba will apologize to Christians in the country. PLU has no problem with pastors in Uganda," Muhoozi posted.

The disagreement emerged after Gashumba questioned claims by some pastors that they could perform miraculous healings. He challenged religious leaders to demonstrate their healing claims, offering money to any pastor who could meet his conditions. His comments sparked heated discussions among Christians and attracted reactions from several religious leaders.

Some pastors have defended their ministries, arguing that faith and miracles are important aspects of Christianity. The disagreement has since grown into a wider public debate about religious leadership, accountability and the responsibility of people who speak publicly about matters of faith.

Muhoozi's intervention appears intended to clarify the PLU's position on the controversy and distance the organisation from any dispute with pastors. By stating that the organisation has no problem with religious leaders, he emphasised that the disagreement should not be interpreted as a conflict between PLU and Uganda's Christian community.

His statement also puts the spotlight on Gashumba's next move, particularly whether he will respond to Muhoozi's call for an apology. However, the post does not specify when the apology is expected or whether Gashumba has agreed to issue one.

The controversy has generated different reactions, with some people supporting Gashumba's calls for accountability among religious leaders while others believe his comments risk offending Christians and undermining their faith. The debate highlights the challenge of questioning alleged misconduct in religious institutions while respecting freedom of worship and the beliefs of ordinary believers.

For now, Muhoozi has made his position clear, saying Gashumba will apologise to Christians and insisting that PLU has no problem with pastors in Uganda. Whether the statement will help calm the disagreement remains to be seen as the debate over miracle claims and religious accountability continues.