Former Kampala Central Member of Parliament candidate Abraham Luzzi, popularly known as "Mr Economy," has called for a broader national reorganisation and urged unemployed urban residents to consider agriculture as a viable path to productivity, while offering blunt reflections on leadership, corruption and public expectations after the recent elections.
Speaking during NBS Morning Breeze on Monday, Luzzi a businessman-turned-politician renowned for his infectious humour, openness, and the now-viral catchphrase "Sarah is tall" said the country needs to move away from the recently concluded general elections held nationwide on January, 15 2026 and address systemic challenges facing the country, arguing that meaningful reforms should not be delayed.
"This is the time to do the right thing even if it affects me. Let's reorganise this country without fear or favour. In fact, it's long overdue let's triple the speed," he said.
Luzzi also directed his comments toward unemployed residents in urban centres, encouraging them to return to rural areas and participate in agriculture instead of remaining idle in cities.
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"You idlers in the city, pack your bags, come to the garden and do farming. Go back to your villages and utilise the resources there," he said.
According to Luzzi, despite the fact that not everyone will have the opportunity to own land, many people could still earn a living by working on farms and contributing to agricultural production.
"Some of you can come and do work on our farms," he said.
Luzzi criticised what he described as a growing culture of dependency, with many relying on politicians to work for them directly, and carry the weight of building roads, schools, and hospitals arguing that citizens should take personal responsibility for improving their situations.
"There shouldn't be babysitting for anyone in this country. Fix yourself or the situation will fix you," he said.
Luzzi also spoke strongly about corruption, suggesting that many Ugandans undermine their own economic progress through dishonest practices.
"Ugandans are so corrupt that they cheat themselves of their own money," Luzzi said.
On the issue of political leadership, Luzzi warned that public service has increasingly been turned into a profit-making venture.
"Leadership is service but people are mixing it with money. People now consider politics the best business," he said, adding that some politicians celebrate electoral victory mainly because it presents opportunities for personal gain.
At the same time, Luzzi maintained that Kampala requires greater financial support if city leaders are to address its growing challenges.
"Kampala needs a special budget. The money is so little to do anything meaningful in this city," he noted.
Despite stepping away from active public engagement, Luzzi said his proposals for the capital city remain accessible online for anyone interested in implementing them.
"My ideas for Kampala are online on my website. I will not chase the leaders like wild goose to give them knowledge. If they see value in what I say, I'm available for consultation," he said.
For now, Luzzi says his focus remains on his private life and agricultural activities.
"I am attending to my tall wife, my animals and my farm. I'm too busy," he said, adding that he expects his expertise will soon attract paid engagements from media houses seeking his views on national issues.
Luzzi concluded by reiterating his support for any initiatives aimed at improving Kampala, even as he distances himself from the city's day-to-day political debates.
In the recently concluded parliamentary elections, Luzzi lost to Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs Minister Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, who won the Kampala Central Member of Parliament seat on the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket.
During his campaign, Luzzi focused on practical proposals aimed at improving infrastructure and economic opportunities in Kampala Central. He advocated for fixing roads, improving drainage systems, and installing street lighting through transparent and locally managed contracts.
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Luzzi also prioritised youth employment by proposing small-business funds and entrepreneurship programmes to support young people in starting and growing businesses.
In addition, he promoted tourism and city branding to position Kampala as a clean, safe, and attractive destination. Luzzi also called for streamlining trade and transport systems to reduce congestion in the city's busy commercial hubs, and restoring the environment by regulating quarrying activities in ways that protect nature while still creating jobs.
According to official tally, Kabanda polled 22,332 votes, defeating NUP Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya, who garnered 18,242 votes. Agaba Muzoora of the Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) followed with 182 votes, with other contenders like Luzzi, Uganda Boxing Federation President Moses Muhangi and Suzan Kushaba trailing behind him.
