NAKASONGOLA: PRESIDENT MUSEVENI REAFFIRMS NRM’S COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY AND INCLUSIVITY

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the National Resistance Movement
(NRM) flag bearer for the 2026 general elections, has urged Ugandans
to support the NRM, emphasizing the party’s long-standing commitment
to equality and inclusivity.

Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports,
Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni, President Museveni made the
remarks today during a campaign rally at Wabinyonyi Playground in
Nakasongola.
“Please vote for the NRM as you have always done, because the NRM
believes in equality,” President Museveni said.
The President also expressed joy at seeing the growth of the Abaruuli
community.

“Whenever I come to Nakasongola, I feel happy and grateful to God for
the progress here. When I first came, the population was only 50,000.
Today, it is over 226,000. This is because of the guided leadership of the
NRM. Our children grow up and do not die from preventable diseases,”
he said.

President Museveni further announced ongoing and planned
infrastructure projects in the district.

“We shall work on the Kikusa–Kazwama–Kalungi–Nakasongola road
and the Rwampanga–Amolatar road. The issues of land grabbing have
also reduced, and I am proud of the work we have done,” he said.
On healthcare and education, the President noted progress while
highlighting areas that need attention.

“There are 114 government primary schools and 177 private schools, 10
government secondary schools and 37 private secondary schools. The
district has a hospital, two HCIVs, and nine HCIIIs. We plan to upgrade
Batuusa HCII to HCIII in Kakooge, Kazwama HCII to HCIII in Kazwama,
and construct new HCIIIs in Migyera and Mayirikiti,” he said.

The President outlined the key sectors expected to generate jobs in the
district, highlighting the Four-Acre Model as a tool for household wealth
creation.

“Jobs will mainly come from four key sectors: commercial agriculture,
manufacturing/artisanship, services and ICT supported by industrial
hubs across the country. I again stress the importance of the Four-Acre
Model. With calculation, that is how we talk of one acre of coffee, one
acre of fruits, one acre of pasture, and one acre of food crops.

Households can also earn from backyard poultry, piggery for non-
Muslims, and fish farming near the wetlands,” he said.
He also urged responsible resource use.

“Even at Namboole Stadium, not all spectators can fit. The same applies
to our fishing sites, overcrowding must be avoided to ensure
sustainability,” the President said.

President Museveni concluded by reiterating the NRM’s commitment to
inclusive development.

“The Abaruuli today are able to develop themselves. We shall continue
working to ensure every community across Uganda benefits from
development and equality,” he said.

On her part, the First Lady applauded the people of Nakasongola for
their strong support of the NRM, requesting them to vote in high
numbers in the forthcoming general elections, in favour of the ruling
party.

Maama Janet emphasized the importance of active participation in the
upcoming elections, urging all Ugandans to turn out on January 15,
2026.

“Nobody should stay at home. Your vote is your brick in building Uganda.
We are shaping Uganda for the future, and every citizen – young and
old, men and women, owes it to themselves and their families to vote,”
she said.

She called on Ugandans to embrace their civic responsibility, highlighting
that the collective effort of all citizens is crucial in building a prosperous
and stable nation.

The Speaker of Parliament and NRM Second National Vice Chairperson
(Female), Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, thanked President Museveni for
the development initiatives in Nakasongola.
“Your Excellency, we are grateful for all the development in this area and
for the peace you have brought to our country,” she said.

She highlighted the need for improved infrastructure to boost local
business, particularly the road connecting to Zengebe Landing Site.
Nakasongola District NRM Chairperson, Mr. Christopher Nkoyoyo,
lauded President Museveni and Maama Janet for visiting Nakasongola
District, describing their presence as a significant morale booster for
residents.

“We thank the President and Maama for honoring Nakasongola with
their presence. It shows their commitment to the people of this district,”
Mr. Nkoyoyo said.

While acknowledging the government’s development strides, Mr.
Nkoyoyo raised pressing issues affecting the district, including land
wrangles.
Nakasongola District comprises 15 Sub-Counties/Town Councils, 68
Parishes, and 360 villages, with a population of 226,074 according to the
2024 census.
Mr. Nkoyoyo highlighted the progress of the Parish Development Model
(PDM) in the district.

“Out of 68 Parish SACCOs, Nakasongola has received Shs. 24.2 billion.
So far, 20,589 households—representing 39.8% of our population—have
benefitted,” he said.

The district has 36 SACCOs with 8,479 members under the Emyooga
initiative.

“The government has already disbursed Shs. 1.68 billion to support
these groups,” Mr. Nkoyoyo reported.

Access to safe water has reached 74% of the district’s 360 villages.
“The Ministry has completed piped water supply projects in
Nakasongola, Kakooge-Katuugo, and Migyera, benefiting tens of
thousands of residents,” Mr. Nkoyoyo said.

Multiple valley tanks and solar-powered irrigation schemes have also
been constructed, enhancing water availability for production.
Nkoyoyo reported that 14 out of 15 sub-counties are now connected to
the national electricity grid, with plans to extend power to Lwampanga
Sub-County.

He urged residents to continue supporting government programs.
“We are grateful for the progress made but we must also confront issues
like land grabbing and infrastructure gaps to ensure sustainable
development for all,” he concluded.

The event was attended by NRM Central Executive Committee (CEC)
members, Members of Parliament, religious and cultural leaders, as well
as thousands of supporters.