Former presidential candidate and Common Man’s Party leader Mubarak Munyagwa has openly admitted his frustration with opposition politics, calling it a circumstantial role that clashes with his personality.

Appearing on Sanyuka Television on Tuesday, Munyagwa said he craves freedom and a personal connection with the president—something he believes is impossible in prolonged opposition.

“I am big-headed, I value my freedom, and for that to work, the president has to be someone you can relate with and be free around,” he stated.

He stressed that opposition is not his natural place.

“Honestly, I am tired of being in the opposition. I am in opposition because of circumstances, not because I love it. With my personality, I cannot stay in opposition. I want a president who is my friend.”

Reflecting on his recent presidential run, Munyagwa received 31,666 votes (0.29% of the total), averaging roughly five votes per polling station nationwide.

He highlighted stronger performances in select areas: “There are districts where I performed better. In Kitagwenda, for example, I came second, and I even received DR forms.”

Munyagwa’s candid remarks underscore the personal and ideological challenges faced by smaller-party leaders in Uganda’s political landscape.