Vipers president Lawrence Mulindwa has accused the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (Fufa) of interfering in club operations and taking technical staff without proper communication, warning that the club could pursue legal action if the practice continues. Speaking on Friday during the club’s Annual General Meeting at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende, Mulindwa expressed frustration over what he described as repeated instances where coaches are recruited into national team structures without prior engagement with their clubs.
During a challenging era of change, Muhumuza joined Vipers in April 2024 and collaborated with John “Ayala” Luyinda to stabilize the team.
In a very fought season, the two were instrumental in Vipers’ comeback, helping the team win the league title and the domestic double in 2024–2025.
Mulindwa, however, claimed that Muhumuza’s exit occurred at a crucial juncture for the team as it got ready for the Caf Champions League and Cecafa Kagame Club Championship responsibilities.
“They stole our coach without telling us as we were getting ready for the Caf Champions League and the Cecafa Kagame Club Championship. The late Fred Kajoba had the same thing. We will take you on even though we don’t want to battle. Mulindwa said, “Let it stop now.”
He criticised what he termed poor communication between the federation and clubs.
“Fufa should respect clubs. They take your coach without notice. I only heard about Fred Muhumuza going to CHAN on radio. Fufa should stop doing things in an amateur way. Let it stop now, or we shall take you to court,” he added.
Mulindwa also raised concerns over alleged conflicts of interest within Fufa committees, arguing that club officials should not serve on sensitive federation organs.
“Fufa should stop appointing club administrators to sensitive positions. For example, Deo Kasozi is on the Fufa Legal and Rules Committee, which can bring up conflict of interest,” he said.
The remarks come as Vipers continues to enjoy one of its most dominant periods under Belgian coach Ivan Jacky Minnaert.
The Venoms completed the 2025/26 Uganda Premier League season unbeaten, finishing with 67 points to secure their eighth league title.
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