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Soroti Town ground to a halt this afternoon as thousands of jubilant supporters thronged the streets to welcome Captain Mike Mukula in a colourful homecoming that coincided with belated National Resistance Movement (NRM) Day celebrations. The mass mobilisation paralysed traffic from Awoja Bridge to the town centre, with businesses closing and crowds pouring into the streets in a show of loyalty and excitement. Mukula, the NRM Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region, was received with fanfare by cheering supporters dressed in party colours, waving yellow flags and chanting slogans. The main celebration took place at Soroti Sports Ground, where Mukula addressed the masses, vowing to continue championing development and unity across the eastern region. “I am deeply humbled by this overwhelming show of support. It reflects the strength and unity of the NRM in Teso and across the Eastern region,” he said to a crowd that responded with chants of approval. Mukula used the occasion to consolid...

A man has committed suicide by hanging in St Peter’s Anglican Cathedral on Likoma Island on Monday, Likoma Police Station spokesperson, Mcliff Ngulube identified the deceased as Kennedy Malikita, from Chamba Village,Traditional Authority (T.A) Mkumpha on the Island. Monday afternoon, Mr. Charles Mwaithula went in the Cathedral for his usual daily prayers. According to Ngulube, upon entry, he was surprised to see the deceased hanging from the roof of the Cathedral. He rushed to inform the police who took the body to St Peters Hospital where postmortem result indicates death due to suffocation. Later on, the police established that the deceased was defilement suspect which was reported to the police the previous day.

The recent NRM District Chairperson elections in Sironko District did more than reveal who the people trust with leadership they exposed the lengths to which some leaders will go to cling to power through deception, manipulation, and outright lies. At the center of this disgraceful drama is Hon. Nambozo Florence Wamala, the current Woman MP for Sironko and Minister of State for Karamoja Affairs, who has now turned to public falsehoods in a desperate attempt to salvage her crumbling reputation. Let it be known: the people of Sironko are not fools. The people of Bugisu are not blind. Uganda deserves better and we will speak the truth. The Fall of a Campaign Built on Lies Upon re-entering the political arena for the NRM District Chairperson race, Hon. Nambozo launched a frantic and suspicious mobilization campaign. However, her support was nowhere to be found. Most of her sub-county-level meetings, where she expected 200-300 attendees, could barely attract 30 individuals. When it became c...

Residents and Parish Development Model (PDM) leaders in Nabulu-Kasanja Ward, Nakaloke Rural, Mbale Northern City Division, are appealing to government for the construction of a health facility in their area. With a population of approximately 7,000 people across seven zones, Nabulu-Kasanja currently lacks a Health Centre II or III. This forces residents, especially pregnant mothers, to travel long distances to access medical and antenatal services an issue that raises healthcare costs and increases the risk of maternal and child mortality. A section of residents says they are spending their Parish Development Model (PDM) funds on private healthcare due to the absence of a government health facility in the area. The concerns were raised last week during a stakeholder's meeting held at Mabale Primary School that was presided over by Ritah Namuwenge, the National Coordinator for Emyooga and the PDM program, who's also aspiring for the Mbale City Woman Member of Parliament seat on ...

In a bid to improve education standards in his constituency, Counsel Paul Mugoya Wanyoto, aspiring MP for Mbale Northern City Division, has launched a scholarship program targeting disadvantaged children. Wanyoto who also serve as Chairman Mbale city land board, kicked off the initiative at Nakaloke Playground during Oluhuje event, where he awarded 30 bursaries to support Education of the children from the Banyole community in Eastern Uganda.  He has since extended the program to Nabweya Ward, offering an additional 50 bursaries, bringing the total to 80. Speaking at a community event at Nabweya police post on Saturday, Wanyoto said: "To the people of Nabweya Ward, I’m providing 50 scholarships. Local leaders from the twelve cells in the ward will identify the beneficiaries we support their education." He added that similar support packages will be extended to other areas in the Northern City Division. According to Wanyoto, his key focus is on providing foundational education...

In a shocking twist to the political landscape of Sironko District, Honorable Nambozo Florence Wamala, the State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, stands accused of sowing discord within the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Reports have surfaced that during her mobilization for the NRM district chairperson position, she allegedly engaged in activities that have raised eyebrows among party loyalists. Witnesses claim that Hon. Nambozo met with the youth of Budadiri East and west, distributing 30,000 UGX per person and promising more funds allegedly from Hon. Nandala Mafabi. This act, according to attendees, is just the tip of the iceberg. She reportedly repeated this pattern across other special interest groups, undermining the party’s integrity from the grassroots level. What’s more, a video allegedly circulating shows Hon. Nambozo campaigning for Hon. Nandala Mafabi, encouraging voters to prioritize personal connections over party allegiance. This behaviour has left many questioning he...

NRM Chairpersons from Lwengo District have unanimously endorsed Rt. Hon. Speaker  Anitah Among  to represent them on the Central Executive Committee (CEC) as the 2nd National Vice Chairperson (Female). What You Need To Know:  NRM chairpersons from Lwengo District have unanimously endorsed Rt. Hon. Speaker Anita Among to represent them on the Central Executive Committee (CEC) as the 2nd National Vice Chairperson (Female), citing her unwavering commitment, dedication, and strong advocacy for unity, qualities they believe are vital for the continued strength and cohesion of the party. Among's Resistance On X- platform:- I had the pleasure of hosting the  @NRMOnline  delegates from Lwengo in Parliament earlier today. Although it was impromptu, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to their ideas on how they envision our party's direction in the coming years. I want to thank them for their confidence in our leader, Gen.  @KagutaMuseveni,  and for endorsing my bid ...

Keddi Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities, continues to make significant contributions in areas such as education, healthcare, mosque and church construction, and other essential community needs. Founded by philanthropist Keddi Steven Eric Zuluba, who also serves as CEO, the organization is well known for its charitable work particularly in sponsoring Muslim pilgrims. Since its inception, the Keddi Foundation has sponsored over 10,000 Muslims to perform the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. However, concerns have recently arisen about fraudulent individuals misusing the name of the Keddi Foundation to deceive the public. These impersonators promise Hajj trips in exchange for money, falsely claiming to represent the organization. Muyiada Ali, also known as Prince Igwe who is the National Coordinator, addressed journalists about the scam and warned the public to remain vigilant. He emphasized that the Keddi Foundation never asks for money fr...

  The National Resistance Movement (NRM), under the visionary leadership of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has stood as a pillar of peace, unity, and transformation across Uganda.  It is therefore deeply alarming to witness a surge in malicious propaganda and disinformation campaigns being peddled by self-proclaimed “activists” who are, in truth, political mercenaries working to destabilize our society—particularly in Teso Sub-Region. Among the chief perpetrators of this toxic narrative is Calvin Ecodu, who has shamelessly aligned himself with anti-NRM forces and is actively using digital platforms to sow discord, confusion, and tribal tension. Ecodu is spearheading a deliberate effort to fracture the unity of the Iteso people through a well-funded misinformation campaign. Two major online platforms are at the center of this dangerous enterprise: 1. Teso News Network , run by Ogulei Xerxes – a blogger turned propagandist who has turned journalism into a weapon of divisi...

The political landscape of Sironko District shifted irreversibly on the day Mr. Mafabi Sulaiman Lumolo arrived at the NRM Structures Elections venue. Cheers erupted like thunder across the hills of Bugisu. Elders bowed, youth danced, and supporters raised yellow flags as Lumolo stepped out, carried on the shoulders of youthful NRM diehards, a symbol of honor reserved for kings and revolutionaries. Meanwhile, a silence fell on the opposing camp. Minister Florence Nambozo Wamala, until that moment holding on to hope, made an embarrassing and dramatic retreat from the scene. She fled the venue in full view of supporters, security, and media alike, an act widely interpreted as a symbolic concession of defeat. The writing was on the wall. No amount of propaganda or ministerial privilege could alter the fact that Florence Nambozo faced a people’s wave she could not stop. Her attempt to contest for NRM Chairperson against Mr. Lumolo was not just audacious, it was ill-timed and ill-advised. Be...

1. Kimamati paul- Bulambuli  2. Wabuko Aramathan- Namisindwa  3. Lumolo sulaiman- Sironko 4. Wamboko Moses- Mbale  5. Wambogo John -Mbale city  6. Walimbwa peke - Manafwa  7. Mukhwana Wekhila koloto  - Bududa

Former Mbale District NRM Boss & Industrial Division City Division City Mayor, Mr Muhamood Masaaba was yesterday trounced terribly by local Washipukhu Philemon from Bumasikye Subcounty for the post of Secretary for Finance. Masaba who has been the Mbale District NRM Chairman is in now in shock as his political career keeps dropping. Masaba recently abandoned his Mayor position in industrial to focus on Bungokho Central seat in 2026.  Masaba is aiming at uprooting Wanda  in 2026, who is currently in parliament for the first time.  Masaba stopped only 12 votes against his opponent Washipukhu Philemon 172. Upon noticing that he was not going to make it for this seat, Masaba pulled out of the race and called for a fresh election. According to information, the process of fresh election will take place on Tuesday next week. Masab has also lost the position of Mbale District NRM seat, this was after he declared it vacant. According to our reporter, the election process turne...

The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has praised the people of Bukedea district for their overwhelming support for President Museveni. Speaking after being elected unopposed as the Bukedea District National Resistance Movement party Chairperson of the Women's League, Rt Hon. Among expressed her gratitude to the delegates for their vote of confidence in her leadership and for reposing their trust in the President. "I commend the delegates for their overwhelming support for our leader, Gen. Yoweri Museveni, and for electing me unopposed as the Chairperson of the Women's League in the district," she said. The Speaker congratulated the newly elected leaders of the party, urging them to utilize their positions to improve the lives of the people and foster the growth of the party. The district NRM elections held in a conference at Bukedea Comprehensive Stadium, saw new leaders elected into the district party positions. The conference, which had 330 delegates in attendance,...

The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, doubling as Sironko district Woman MP, Florence Nambozo, who was contesting for the Sironko District National Resistance Movement (NRM) party chairperson seat, abruptly left the voting venue at Mafudu Primary School in Mafudu Sub-County after arriving 30 minutes late. Upon her arrival today, Friday, May 23, 2025, Nambozo found that all voters were chanting, singing songs, and wearing attire supporting Sulaiman Mafabi Lumolo, her competitor. As the voting process progressed, Milton Mafabi, the Sironko NRM registrar, called upon the candidates to address the voters for the last time. When Nambozo’s name was called, she was nowhere to be found, having apparently fled the scene. As a result, the registrar declared Lumolo the winner, citing that he had no opponent to contest against.  Lumolo pledged to mobilise people to support NRM and make sure that all elective positions in Sironko are taken by NRM. Dison Balayo, one of the voters, expressed h...

Nakiyi Julius, the aspiring Member of Parliament for Budadiri East in Sironko District, on Thursday evening hosted all the newly elected NRM sub-county chairpersons from his Constituency at Rosewood Hotel in Mbale City.  The meeting was organized to congratulate them on their recent victories in the NRM party elections and to rally them for unity and teamwork. In his remarks, Nakiyi said, “I called you here so I could get to know you, some of you are new, and as we head into tomorrow’s district NRM leadership elections, I didn’t want to overlook anyone who might be my leader.” Nakiyi urged the leaders to reach out to those who lost in the party elections and encourage them to join hands, noting that unity is vital because all are NRM members. “Sometimes when I'm competing with Waboya Julius, I don’t use too much force because I know I might defeat him in the primaries, and afterwards, I’ll need his supporters on my side,” he said.  “I thank Wambazu from Bukiise sub county, who...

Counsel Paul Mugoya Wanyoto, the aspiring Member of Parliament for Northern city Division Mbale city and also chairan land board Mbale City has urged youths to engage in sports activities to enhance their talent development, physical fitness and foster unity within their communities. Speaking with this publication in an exclusive interview , counsel Wanyoto emphasized that sports play a crucial role in personal development and community cohesion. He noted that youths involvement in sports provides an opportunity to engage in productive activities, helping them grow both individually and as members of a wider community. “As we look to empower our youths, sports provide the perfect platform for them to develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills,”Counsel wanyoto said. “Such activities are critical in ensuring the well-being and unity of our communities.” Counsel Wanyoto also announced plans to launch next Eid football tournament across all villages/wards in Northern city Division...

Mbale City Businessman and Hotel Boss, Mr. Mugoya Uthman Asuman has moved to contest in the ongoing NRM structure elections ahead of the 2026 General elections. Uthman is contesting for the position of the Secretary General, Mbale City NRM Main Stream. What You Need To Know: Recently, a group of residents, mainly youths from Industrial Division, in Mbale City, Easter Region requested Elgon Hotel Director, Mr Mugoya Uthman to represent them in parliament come 2026. Mugoya and Meddy enjoying Bikuka tournament. A group of youths headed by Musisi Musa informed this publication that as youths and residents of Industrial City, they are pushing & fronting Mr. Mugoya to contest as Member of parliament in 2026. They claim Mugoya has been part of them for a long time and understands the challenges youths face.  "Mugoya is very loyal and has been supporting us in small activities like funding football tournaments ie "Bikuka", he has helped pay bills for the sick in case they ge...

Kamuli, Uganda – May 22, 2025 A growing rift within the National Resistance Movement (NRM) is unfolding in the Busoga sub-region, as a section of party leaders accuse First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga of intimidation and political suppression. The accusations emerge amid an increasingly high-stakes contest between Kadaga, the incumbent, and Speaker of Parliament Anita Among for the position of Second National Vice Chairperson (Female) on the NRM’s Central Executive Committee (CEC). During a meeting held in Buyende District on Wednesday, several NRM district councillors and chairpersons openly declared their support for Speaker Among. They also raised concerns about what they described as a climate of fear allegedly created by Kadaga’s camp. “We are witnessing a climate of fear and political intolerance. Some leaders are being targeted simply for expressing support for alternative candidates,” said one councillor, speaking on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisals. The le...

Today in Greater Luwero, the NRM Secretary General Rt Hon Todwong Richard, joined President Kaguta Museveni during his engagement with communities under the Presidential Initiative on Wealth Creation. Mr. Todwong lauded the initiative as a shining example of open & inclusive governance that directly empowers citizens to uplift themselves from poverty. He emphasised the importance of such grassroots-driven efforts in accelerating Uganda's journey toward socio-economic transformation.

The National Coordinator for the Emyooga program and Parish Development Model (PDM) consultant for the Eastern Region Ritah Namuwenge, has continued her monitoring and research on the implementation of the PDM program.  Namuwenge met with PDM PDM leaders of Wakwaba Lower in Nauyo, Mbale Industrial City Division on Wednesday afternoon, where she emphasized the need for a mindset change among local leaders. The engagements targeted various stakeholders, including Parish Development Committees (PDCs), PDM SACCO leaders, Village Health Teams (VHTs), religious leaders, and newly elected LC1 flag bearers. Namuwenge stressed that poverty limits individual decision-making and development, which is why President Museveni introduced government programs like Emyooga and PDM to empower communities economically. “Poverty is bad you can't decide anything when you're poor. So let’s use these government funds wisely to eradicate poverty in our households,” she said. Namuwenge criticized the no...

Hon. Florence Nambozo, who also serves as the Woman Member of Parliament for Sironko District, has been formally nominated for the position of NRM District Chairperson for Sironko. Sironko, Uganda: The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Florence Nambozo, has formally entered the race to become the NRM District Chairperson for Sironko, setting up a high-stakes contest against longtime incumbent Hajji Sulaiman Lumolo. Nambozo, who is also the District Woman MP, was nominated on Wednesday morning by NRM Registrar Peter Mafabi at the ruling party’s offices in Sironko. She becomes the most prominent challenger to Hajji Lumolo, who has held the party’s top district position for over two decades. The nomination exercise will conclude on Friday morning, with official clearance and signing of forms expected later the same day before the campaign period officially begins. Shortly after her nomination, Nambozo emphasized the need for unity among party ranks and promised to revitalize the N...

Soroti, Uganda: Flt. Capt. Dr. George Michael Mukula, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) National Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region, is solidifying his reputation as a dedicated leader and champion of development across Eastern Uganda. Beyond his political role, Mukula is increasingly recognized for his philanthropic endeavors and unwavering commitment to uplifting communities. Recently, Mukula spearheaded an initiative to provide clean water access to several villages in Teso sub-region, an area frequently plagued by water scarcity. The project involved drilling boreholes and establishing sustainable water management systems, significantly improving the health and well-being of thousands. “Access to clean water is a fundamental human right,” Mukula stated during the commissioning of one of the boreholes. “It’s unacceptable that in this day and age, people still struggle to find clean water for their families. This project is a testament to our commitment to addressing these ...

Mbale/Sironko – Fresh concerns have emerged ahead of the NRM district elections in Sironko, as credible reports indicate a covert meeting allegedly held by Hon. Nambozo Florence with known gang leaders at a hotel in Mbale. The meeting is believed to have centered on plans to disrupt the upcoming Friday elections, amid growing fears that she may not secure a win through a fair democratic process. Sources close to the matter reveal that Hon. Nambozo, currently facing stiff opposition from fellow NRM stalwart Lumolo, is allegedly orchestrating a wave of chaos intended to derail the elections and later pin the blame on her opponent. This strategy, political analysts say, mirrors similar tactics reportedly used during the recent village, parish, and sub-county level elections in Sironko – incidents that prompted several residents to seek intervention from the NRM Electoral Commission in Kampala. While in Kampala, Hon. Nambozo was reportedly directed by the Commission to withdraw her sub-cou...

Media personality and comedian Mark Agaba, popularly known as Uncle Mark, has commended the Special Forces Command (SFC) and State House for their warm hospitality and constructive engagement during a visit to the SFC headquarters in Entebbe. Uncle Mark, accompanied by his brother Moses and Moses’ wife, was hosted on Tuesday for a three-hour closed-door meeting aimed at resolving issues stemming from an alleged incident involving security personnel several months ago. The visit marked a step toward healing and support for Moses’ family, following distressing events linked to a presidential convoy operation. In a heartfelt message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Uncle Mark expressed gratitude to both the SFC and the State House team for their openness and willingness to listen. “Honored to have been warmly received at the SFC offices in Entebbe. Moses, his wife, and I had a fruitful 3-hour discussion with the SFC and StateHouse  team. We reached a wonderful agreement—one...

On Tuesday, Uganda’s Parliament passed the highly contentious UPDF (Amendment) Bill, 2025, granting military courts the authority to try civilians under specific conditions—a move that directly contradicts a Supreme Court judgment made just over three months ago. Sections 29 and 30 of the new law allow military tribunals to prosecute civilians found in possession of prohibited weapons or accused of collaborating with soldiers in serious crimes like treason, murder, or aggravated robbery. The bill now awaits President Museveni’s signature, which is considered a formality due to his strong and consistent support for it. Opposition MPs strongly objected to the bill, condemning it as unconstitutional. Leader of the Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi, who led a dramatic walkout from the session, criticized the legislation as rushed and oppressive, promising to challenge it in court. Nansana MP Wakayima Musoke accused the military of trying to create a parallel justice system, calling it unacceptable...