RUKUNGIRI- As the election season intensifies, residents in Nyakishenyi Parish, Rukungiri District have called on the incumbent district chairman, Geofrey Kyomukama, to transfer the office keys to their son, Angello Twinomuhangi, who is running for the position in the upcoming elections.
During a fundraising function at Kibale Primary School on weekend, residents expressed their frustrations with the current administration, citing unmet promises and a lack of engagement.
The fundraising attendants voiced their support for Angello Twinomuhangi, believing he would bring fresh perspectives and a commitment to local issues.
“We’re ready for change, it’s time for someone who truly understands our community to step in” said residents.
While addressing the congregation, Twinomuhangi rallied the community to support him expressing his dedication to work towards development of Education, health and ensuring community connections through infrastructure development.
The hopeful District boss urged parents to support government efforts in ensuring transformation of their schools that will in turn shape their children for a better and secured future.
On numerous occasions, the district boss Kyomukama has always defended his tenure, highlighting achievements in infrastructure and community programs.
“I have together with fellow district leaders and Parliamentarians dedicated my time to improving this district, and I believe we are on the right path,” he has numerously stated.
As the election date approaches especially for those intending to contest for the National Resistance Movement NRM flag, tensions are rising, with residents calling for support whenever they get an audience. The atmosphere is charged, and most of the candidates are gearing up for competitive races.
Voter turnout is expected to be high, with many residents eager to make their voices heard.
The NRM party flag bearers’ election will take place as per the schedule here below.
16th April 2025, Training of Election officers Commences
24th April 2025, Nominations for both LC1 flag bearers and village party structure officials is on
May 1st 2025, Campaigning for both LC1 and Party village structure contestants
May 6th 2025, Electing LC1 flag bearers and Village party structure officials
May 12th 2025, Voting LC2 Parish structure executives
May 16th 2025, Electing Subcounty party structure leaders
May 25th 2025, District Conferences electing district party leaders
JUNE 2nd 2025- Picking nomination forms by aspiring Members of Parliament, LC5 chairpersons and District Councillors
JUNE 17th 2025, Nomination of aspiring Members of Parliament, LC5 chairpersons and District Councillors
JULY 1st 2025, Campaigns by candidate Members of Parliament , LC5 chairpersons and District Councillors kick starts
JULY 16th2025,Electing Members of Parliament
JULY 24th2025, Electing LC5 Chairpersons and District Councillors
JULY 28th 2025, Aspiring LC3 Chairpersons and LC3 Councillors pick nomination forms
AUGUST 1st 2025, Preparatory meeting of CEC and NEC prior to the National delegates conference
AUGUST 5th 2025, Nominating LC3 chairpersons and Councillors
AUGUST 10th 2025, Campaigns for LC3 chairpersons and Councillors take off
AUGUST 15th 2025, Electing LC3 Chairpersons
AUGUST 18th 2025, Voting of LC3 Councillors
AUGUST 20th 2025, List of all party flag bearers in Uganda is submitted to the National Electoral Commission
AUGUST 22nd 2025, National Delegates conference elects leaders of Central Executive Committee and the Presidential flag bearers
AUGUST 26th 2025, NRM Presidential Candidate’s name is fowardedto the National Electoral Commission
SEPTEMBER 1st 2025, Vetting of Vote Protectors kicks off
OCTOBER 2nd 2025, Presentation for nomination of Presidential Candidate
MAY 20th 2026, Electing of the NRM parliamentary Caucus executive (12th Parliament)
MAY 20th 2026, Holding of Primaries for Party flag bearers- Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament
AUGUST 20th 2027, Holding Primaries for members of Parliament to the East African Assembly.
As the campaign unfolds, it remains to be seen whether the incumbent can maintain his position but the new generational leader Twinomuhangi seems taking the momentum in taking over the position.
