Should Uganda adopt the Italy-Vatican system to solve its problems?

Bishop Cyprian Lwanga of Rubaga has suggested that Uganda adopt the Italy- Vatican system of governance as a solution to the current deadlock between the Central Government and Buganda.

The Vatican is an autonomous State, with among others, a formidable security detail/army, its own financial system and a strong football team, which plays in the Italian league, the Pope actually gets tickets for a full season.

Attending the Easter mass celebrations was Vice President Gilbert Bukenya and Buganda prime minister John Baptist Walusiimbe. However, none of the two leaders commented on the suggestion. Bukenya vaguely said government was open to dialogue with Buganda and Walusiimbe thanked all those who contributed to the rebuilding of the Kasubi tombs.

Now, the Vatican wields a lot of power and it is a threat to the existence of any government, especially those whose popularity is hinge on military power.

The Baganda, are the largest tribe in Uganda that lives in the central region. They form one of Uganda’s largest Kingdoms, ruled by a king called the Kabaka. The Kabaka wiled both political and economic power, till 1966, when the government then, led by late ex-President Milton Obote, abolished kingdoms.

President Museveni restored kingdoms in 1993; however, according to the 1995 constitution he is only a cultural head. And time and again, the central government has reminded it of that role. Government pays cultural leaders a monthly upkeep of sh5million, including availing a 4*4 vehicle and a military escort.

The King however, through his loyal subjects has however continued to demand more; they want a federal system of government, a return of its property, including claims on 9000sq miles of land.

So, is this a workable solution to the problem that has existed since Uganda became a State?

I sincerely do not see a straight solution in hand, but to suggest an autonomous Buganda within Uganda is suggesting what all previous and current governments have vehemently rejected.

At the moment, I believe the confrontation between Central government and Mengo establishment will stay or probably get worst as Uganda heads toward the 2011 election. President Yoweri Museveni and team will not take chances with the Kingdom. He would not want a kingdom that can challenge his power, either through its radio, that has been closed since last September or any other power source.
For Buganda to regain its power or get heard, it must adopt a non confrontational approach, for anything that threatens the political hold by the regime will not be listened to or tolerated.

Buganda must also drop the victim mentality and learn to trust and involve other regions in their fight for ‘federo’ an adulterate formed of federal system of governance.
For now, the lone player system won’t take it far and a suggestion of Italy-Vatican system of governance will add more fuel to flame.