In a statement posted Tuesday evening on his official X account, Muhoozi said the luxury vehicle had already been “captured” by authorities.
“We captured the Rolls-Royce. It’s under our control. We shall auction it and recover the funds of the state,” the First Son wrote.
The remarks mark the latest twist in a fast-growing political controversy surrounding Among and the reported acquisition of the high-end vehicle, which has dominated online debate and political discussion in recent days.
Photos and reports circulating on social media alleged that the Speaker had acquired a Rolls-Royce worth 3.4 billion Ugandan shillings (roughly $900,000), sparking criticism from sections of the public already frustrated by rising living costs, unemployment, and persistent corruption allegations involving public officials.
Although Among reportedly insisted the vehicle was a personal gift, the matter quickly evolved into a wider national conversation about wealth, accountability, and public service.
Gen. Muhoozi and members of his Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) movement have been particularly vocal, accusing government officials of extravagant spending at a time when many Ugandans are struggling economically.
At the height of the online exchanges, Muhoozi remarked that despite being President Museveni’s son for over five decades, he had never ridden in a Rolls-Royce himself.
“I have been Mzee’s son for 52 years but I have never sat in a Rolls-Royce ever. I don’t think Mzee has sat in one either,” he said in an earlier comment.
The controversy unfolded alongside growing political pressure on Among ahead of the race for Speaker in the upcoming 12th Parliament.
Last weekend, Among announced she would not seek re-election for the Speakership and pledged support for candidates endorsed by President Museveni and the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM).
Her withdrawal followed increasing political isolation and reports of investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of office involving parliamentary officials and expenditure.
In recent days, security agencies have reportedly intensified operations linked to procurement and financial investigations within Parliament.
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