The atmosphere at the Office of the National Chairman in Kyambogo this evening was marked by a mixture of loyalty, frustration, and anticipation as National Resistance Movement mobilizers from Kampala’s five divisions convened to present their grievances regarding the forthcoming presidential swearing-in ceremony. The delegation, composed of long-serving grassroots mobilizers, expressed profound disappointment over what they described as their exclusion from the ongoing mobilization and preparatory activities for the inauguration scheduled for Tuesday next week. They argued that such omission undermines the sacrifices they made throughout the electoral process and diminishes the value of their unwavering commitment to the party.
In their submission, the mobilizers passionately reminded the leadership of their instrumental role during the TovaKuMain campaign, emphasizing that they traversed communities tirelessly in pursuit of votes for President-elect H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. They noted that they had dedicated their time, resources, and energy to door-to-door sensitization campaigns, often under difficult circumstances, with the singular objective of securing victory for the National Resistance Movement. Consequently, they maintained that it would be unjust for them to remain excluded during what they metaphorically referred to as “the season of reaping.”
The delegation further appealed for recognition not merely in words, but through meaningful inclusion in national activities associated with the swearing-in ceremony. They requested an opportunity to meet the President personally, arguing that direct engagement with the party’s leadership would reaffirm their importance within the broader political structure. According to the mobilizers, grassroots actors remain the backbone of the movement and should therefore not be marginalized at a time when the fruits of political victory are being celebrated across the country.
Responding to the concerns raised, the Manager of the Office of the National Chairman, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, commended the mobilizers for their steadfast loyalty and immeasurable contribution to President-elect Museveni’s electoral success. She acknowledged the pivotal role they played throughout the campaign period and reassured them that their efforts had not gone unnoticed by the party leadership. Hajjat Namyalo, however, clarified that the arrangements for the swearing-in ceremony are currently under the stewardship of a National Organizing Committee, which is overseeing the coordination and logistical planning for the event.
While addressing the gathering, Hajjat further explained that mobilizers from across the country may ultimately be accommodated through the designated allocation of fifty representatives per district. She revealed that she had already briefed the President on the concerns being raised and that guidance had been provided regarding the sourcing of mobilization funds. According to her remarks, the budget designated for such activities is presently managed by the Secretariat, as no specific financial allocation had been extended directly to the Office of the National Chairman for mobilization purposes.
Nevertheless, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo assured the delegation that she remains committed to advocating for their inclusion and welfare within the available means at her disposal. She pledged to engage relevant stakeholders to ensure that Kampala mobilizers are not overlooked in the final arrangements and promised to share whatever resources may become available. Concluding her remarks, she appealed for calm, patience, and continued unity among party supporters, while reassuring the mobilizers that President Museveni has always valued those who stand firmly with him and that their dedication would, in due course, receive the recognition it deserves.
