Moses Ali Jjemba, an NRM carder and a resident of Mbogo Village in Kawempe North, said that he is contesting to bridge the political gaps in Kawempe North, which he seeks to fill.
Throughout his career, he found himself entangled in a series of intense legal battles, from inciting violence cases almost always, to winning election petitions to terrorism charges, which tested his resolve and resilience. Despite these challenges, Ssegirinya remained a vocal advocate for the rights of the marginalized and oppressed, inspiring a generation of Ugandans to stand up for what they believe in.
During a press conference on Wednesday, Otim emphasized that if Busiku claims to have worked with the police and applied for early retirement, he should provide documentary proof. "If he insists he was a police officer and applied for early retirement, let him present the documents to support his claims."
Irene Nankya, the widow of Christopher Kayizi, who was shot during the riots in Kampala, recalled the day her husband was killed, leaving her a pregnant widow.
Following Nyirabashitsi's death on September 7, 2024, due to a heart attack, some political leaders from Kisoro, led by Eddie Kwizera Wagahungu, Bukimbiri County MP, and John Ninzeyimana Kamara, Bufumbira North MP, began advocating for her sister to replace her without a formal election.
In a statement released on Twitter, the police assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the facts surrounding these allegations. Kyagulanyi was taken to Najaeem Medical Centre in Bulindo, where he received first aid for his injuries before being transferred to Nsambya hospital.
Speaking to journalists in Kampala, Lumu said ever since he was granted leave of parliament last week to introduce the bill, he has been subjected to unwarranted attacks, particularly from the National Unity Platform, the current holder of the office of the leader of the opposition.
Last year, Electoral Commission released the roadmap leading to the 2026 General Elections, with focus on early preparations and adequate funding for all activities.
Despite repeated interruptions during their initial national tours, party members in Mukono assert that they have informed the police about all their planned activities.
Zainabu Namusaazi, a reporter for Next Media Group, and Margret Kayondo, a correspondent for Radio Ssimba, have accused Kyagulanyi’s bodyguards of physically assaulting them and damaging their equipment while they were on duty in Mmanja village, Kiwangala sub-county, Lwengo district, on Saturday.
Under the multi-party dispensation, Dr. Gerald Siranda Blacks, the DP’s Secretary General argues that the Administration of Parliament Act and Rule 196 of the Rules of Procedure of Parliament allows parties to nominate members for designation by their respective Whips in the House but the same rules undermine powers to recall the nominees.
Onzima an events promoter and others still at large are accused of causing grievous harm to Ivan Kamuntu Majembere while at the burial of Sulaiman Jakana on 24th October 2022.Nadduli.
Mercy Ataho announced National Unity Platform-NUP's Bamugye the winner of the electoral race having earned 4595 votes defeating the incumbent, David Balaba, an independent who garnered 2945 votes.
The Masaka City Returning Officer, Sam Agaba Ruteba declared Steven Lukyamuzi the pioneer Mayor of Kimanya-Kabonera City division after polling 9,163 votes. His National Resistance Movement-NRM rival, Hamidu Bukenya came second with 4,308 votes followed by the Democratic Party candidate, Dick Muwanga with 1,830 votes, the Forum for Democratic Change-FDC candidate Jude Kalule garnered 143 votes and independent candidate, Raymond Ssebugwawo polled 93 votes.
In a press statement released on Thursday, the US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo said that the United States expects its partners to live up to their obligations to hold free and fair elections. Ugandans will go to the polls on January 14, 2021, to elect a president, Members of Parliament and local government leaders.
The disagreements stem from a number of issues including failure to account for the party funds on the side of some of the leaders while others are accused of supporting opponents of NUP candidates in the different races.
