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NRM Central Executive Committee Elections: Incumbent Chairpersons Ousted in Shocking Upsets

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Incumbent chairpersons of various Special Interest Groups (SIGs) within the National Resistance Movement (NRM) suffered a dramatic defeat in elections held at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. The elections, initially slated for Tuesday, extended through Wednesday due to several hitches and chaos. The results reflected a growing appetite among delegates for change and fresh leadership, with many incumbent chairpersons dropping out of the race or defeated by fresh faces.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ms Lydia Wanyoto Mutende, the incumbent Women's League chairperson, dropped out of the race citing irregularities after realizing her defeat was imminent. She was defeated by Ms Kobusingye Adrine, who secured 1,838 votes.
  • Ms Kobusingye Adrine, the new Women's League chairperson, pledged to bring a new journey for women in the party and the country, emphasizing the need for women to join the money economy and work towards winning together.
  • Mr Moses Mushabe secured the chairperson position in the Veterans League with 1,047 votes, defeating Security Minister Mr. Jim Muhwezi who got 570 votes.
  • Ms Peninah Busingye became the chairperson of the Elders League, defeating incumbent Mr Gidudu Mafwabi Dominic.
  • Mr Rwakajaara Arinaitwe Katambuka ran unopposed in the Workers League elections after his competitor dropped out of the race.
  • Mr Shafiq Mwanje won the PWDs League elections, with all candidates in this race being newcomers.
  • The National Chairperson elections for the Youth League were still ongoing at press time, with 11 contestants vying for the position.
  • The Entrepreneurs League elections were suspended following allegations of gross irregularities.

Statistics:

  • Ms Kobusingye Adrine polled 1,838 votes to emerge victorious in the Women's League election.
  • Mr Moses Mushabe secured 1,047 votes to win the Veterans League chairperson position.
  • Mr Jim Muhwezi garnered 570 votes in the Veterans League election.
  • Mr Shafiq Mwanje won the PWDs League elections with no opposition.
  • 11 candidates were contesting for the Youth League National Chairperson position at press time.

Sources:

  • [1] NRM sources
  • [2] Interview with Ms Kobusigye Adrine at Kololo grounds
  • [3] Electoral Commission officials
  • [4] NRM party reports

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