Butambala — The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni, has called on residents of Butambala District in Greater Mpigi to overwhelmingly support President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the National Resistance Movement (NRM), saying the party remains the strongest guarantor of Uganda’s unity and peace.
Addressing a campaign rally, Maama Janet urged supporters to turn their enthusiasm into votes, setting a clear target for the ruling party.
“As you gather here today, remember that this excitement must be reflected in the ballot. We are looking at 70 percent and above,” she said.
She cautioned residents against restricting mobilisation to rallies alone, stressing the importance of full participation on polling day.
“The numbers you see here should not end at this rally. When January 15, 2026, comes, go out and vote. Do not leave anyone at home. Let everyone take part,” she urged.
Maama Janet reminded the crowd of the NRM’s historical mission of restoring unity in a country once plagued by conflict and division, noting that peace remains the foundation of development.
“The NRM government went to fight for unity. Our National Anthem reminds us that Uganda is united for freedom and that together we shall always stand as one nation,” she said, adding that voting for the NRM is a vote for continued unity and stability.
She warned that instability persists in several neighbouring countries, forcing thousands to flee to Uganda for safety. “Many countries around us do not have peace, which is why we host refugees. I am sure you do not want Uganda to be like that,” she said.
Emphasising that Uganda’s strength lies in unity beyond tribe and religion, Maama Janet urged residents to protect that legacy for future generations.
“Today, Ugandans are united. We are not divided by tribe or religion. We want our children to find this unity intact because that is where development is built,” she said.
NRM First National Vice Chairperson, Alhajji Moses Kigongo, also rallied residents to support the ruling party, describing the NRM as a movement founded on truth, discipline and service to the people.
“We have come at the right time to ask for your votes. We need disciplined, patriotic people who love their country,” Kigongo said.
He cautioned residents against engaging in activities that promote chaos, urging them instead to safeguard peace and national stability. “Do not be part of groups that cause confusion. Love your country and protect its peace,” he said.
Meanwhile, Maama Janet also tasked the people of Mpigi to translate the large rally turnouts into actual votes on polling day and urged voters to reject opposition rhetoric, which she said undermines service delivery.
