BUGWERI. Speaker Anita Among has advised Bugweri County legislator Abdul Katuntu to join the ruling National Resistance Movement since he is “their good friend” .
Among said NRM has delivered to the expectations of Ugandans and the opposition where Katuntu belongs has nothing to offer .
“ We had a wonderful time in Bugweri sharing the message of @NRMOnline with the community. I want to express my gratitude to senior legislator Abdu Katuntu for joining us at the rally and for his encouraging words. I would also like to invite him to formally join @NRMOnline, as his extensive knowledge would be incredibly valuable to us.”
She said on her X handle on Saturday
Katuntu , who is the area MP attended the rally and waved to the crowd.
Mr Katuntu, 60 a seasoned politician and lawyer, with more than 20 years in Parliament, has a strong background in law and governance. He replaced the late Ali Kirunda Kivejinja. Five other aspirants have also expressed interest to unseat Mr Katuntu. The election in Bugweri District will likely be influenced by various factors, including the candidates’ popularity, party affiliations, and campaign promises.
Mr Sadala Wandera, the Iganga Resident District Commissioner and a veteran soldier, one of those eying Katuntu seat . Mr Wandera claims that if Mr Katuntu hasn’t accomplished anything meaningful for Bugweri in the last 24 years as an MP, it’s unlikely that he will suddenly start delivering now.
Other contenders in the race include Mr Grace Kaziba (National Unity Platform), Mr Fredrick Makaire (NRM leaning ), Mr Daniel Ibaale (NRM), Mr Samuel Kakaire (NRM leaning ) and Mr Isma Kasango (Independent) Mr Kaziba wants to unseat Mr Katuntu, citing his lack of meaningful contributions to Bugweri Constituency.