Political activity in Luwero District has hit fever pitch as 30 aspirants prepare to face the Electoral Commission for nominations to contest for the 2026 parliamentary elections.
The process, scheduled for Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd October 2025, will see both seasoned politicians and new entrants battle for four key parliamentary positions — Katikamu North, Katikamu South, Bamunanika, and the District Woman Member of Parliament (DWMP) seat.
According to the official nomination schedule, the exercise will kick off at 9:00 am on Wednesday with Kintu Michael and Hassan Kirumira Lukaalidde from Katikamu South, setting the tone for a tightly contested race.
Luwero District Woman MP Brenda Nabukenya, who recently secured the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag for a third term bid, will follow shortly after at 9:30 am.
In Bamunanika Constituency, the list features notable names such as Elizabeth Salabwa Anyine, Robert Kiyini, and Robert Sekitoleeko, all set to be nominated before midday.
The Katikamu North contest will see a familiar face, former district chairperson Ronald Ndawula, facing off against Denes Sekabira, Kasule Umar, and Ronald Bazanyanengo Kasagga, in what observers predict will be one of the most competitive races in the district.
The District Woman MP seat has also drawn significant attention, with Brenda Nabukenya, Agnes Kirabo, Rahim Bisaso, Miriam Nakiganda, and Moreen Nakuya all expressing interest.
The competition for the NUP ticket and other party endorsements has already stirred excitement across Luwero’s political circles.
The first day of nominations will close with a lineup of Katikamu South hopefuls, including Mutebi Hamuza, Muwanga Alfred, Milly Nattembo, and Peter Kimanje Nsibambi.
The second day, Thursday 23rd October, will feature late entrants such as Bikwasi Haruna, Kalume Abubaker, Gaddafi Nasur, Innocent Ssenyange, George Ssemakula, Jeremie Abuba, and Thompson Ssewabuga, concluding with Benjamin Ssembatya and Yunusu Walusansa in the afternoon session.
As the nomination days draw closer, Luwero’s political temperature continues to rise, with processions, party colors, and campaign songs already visible across the district.
Analysts say the high number of aspirants reflects both the strategic importance of Luwero in Uganda’s central region politics and the growing political diversity within the district.
The Electoral Commission has urged all candidates to adhere to nomination guidelines and maintain peace throughout the exercise.
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