President Museveni Emphasizes Needs-Based Governance for UPDF Representatives
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President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urged leaders too prioritize addressing teh practical needs of citizens, a principle he asserts has guided the National Resistance Movement (NRM) since the 1960s. He made thes remarks while overseeing the election of representatives from the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) to parliament on january 26,2024,at Land Forces Headquarters in Bombo.
UPDF Parliamentary Representation Election
The Defence Council Delegates Conference resulted in the election of ten UPDF representatives-seven men adn three women-to the 12th Parliament of Uganda. This process ensures military representation within the legislative body.
The elected male representatives and their vote counts are as follows: Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding (340 votes), Lt. Gen. James Mugira (303 votes), Lt. Gen. Sam Kasirye Gundi (298 votes), Brig. Gen. Henry Isoke (289 votes), Col. Felix Kulayigye (278 votes), Lt. Col.Charity Bainababo (268 votes), and Maj. Gen. Don William Nabasa (261 votes). The elected female representatives are Lt. Col. Peace Beinomugisha, Lt. Col. Agnes Musoke, and Lt. Col. Ruth Tukundane.
National Resistance Movement’s Guiding Ideology
President Museveni highlighted that the NRM’s core tenet since the 1960s has been identifying and resolving the tangible problems faced by the Ugandan population. This focus on practical needs has been central to the movement’s political and developmental strategies.
According to a statement released by the Presidential press Unit on the State House website, the President emphasized the importance of leaders understanding and responding to the specific challenges of their constituents.
Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) role in Parliament
The UPDF is constitutionally mandated to have representation in the Ugandan Parliament. This representation allows the military to contribute to national legislative processes and provide a unique outlook on security and defense matters.
Article 103 of the Ugandan Constitution details the composition of Parliament, including provisions for representation from the army.
Breaking News Check (as of 2026/01/29 03:07:10): A search of verified news sources,including New Vision and Daily Monitor, reveals no meaningful updates regarding the election of UPDF representatives to Parliament or President Museveni’s statements as of this date. The composition of the 12th Parliament remains consistent with the results reported in January 2024.
