President Museveni has, through a statement, addressed the nation on key issues surrounding the recent Kawempe North by-election. He highlighted allegations of electoral fraud, including ballot stuffing, vote tampering, and voter intimidation, which have prompted both electoral and criminal investigations. While security forces prevented large-scale violence, smaller election offenses persisted.
The President emphasized the need for biometric verification to ensure fair elections, stressing that Uganda must end decades of election malpractice. He criticized opposition groups for disorderly conduct that diverts security forces from national duties.
Additionally, he reaffirmed the NRM’s commitment to accountability and warned against any form of election fraud. Past incidents of riots and political violence were also discussed, with a call for law and order. Museveni assured Ugandans that investigations will uncover those responsible for electoral misconduct. He concluded by urging the NRM to strengthen its structures and better engage with citizens.
Below is the detailed Statement :
