Olara Otunnu, Uganda’s candidate for UN Secretary-General, publicly stated that his existing disagreements with President Yoweri Museveni have not been resolved. This admission comes despite the current support from Museveni’s government for Otunnu’s campaign. Otunnu previously sought the UN position in 1996 but lacked Ugandan government backing at that time. He acknowledged the ongoing tension, suggesting the current support doesn't signify a reconciliation of their differences. The situation highlights a complex dynamic between personal disagreements and national interests. This marks a noteworthy acknowledgement given the political implications of needing presidential support for an international role. The Observer Media Ltd. initially reported the development.