Musician-turned-politician Khalifa Aganaga on Wednesday left residents of Kyabakadde in Kyampsi sub county-Mukono North buzzing with admiration after passionately dissecting the challenges facing the community and rallying voters to make what he called “an informed decision” in the forthcoming elections.
Standing before thousands of locals, with several political leaders in attendance, Aganaga highlighted unemployment, poor infrastructure, and inadequate health facilities as the biggest obstacles facing Mukono North—issues he believes can be effectively addressed if former State Minister Ronald Kibuule is voted back to Parliament.
“You have tried the opposite and seen their potential,” Aganaga told the crowd. “You ousted Kibuule in favour of the incumbent, but what contribution has he brought? It’s time to decide wisely.” Aganaga, born and raised in Mukono noted.
His remarks struck a chord among locals who nodded in agreement, citing frustration with what they termed ‘wasted years’ under the current leadership.
Hajji Harunah Ssemakula, the District NRM Chairperson, was equally confident that the tide is turning.
“My presence here means the end of the incumbent in this area,” Ssemakula declared. “NRM is still in charge, and we must tap into the national cake through people who can easily approach the President.”
He faulted voters for having previously replaced Kibuule, whom he described as a capable lobbyist, with “a mediocre.”
“Mukono North needs a representative who can access State House, where critical lobbying for community development begins.
Several residents echoed the same sentiments. Emmy Mujuni, lamented that no meaningful lobbying or policy intervention has reached their community since Kibuule’s exit.
“We have lacked proper representation. For the past four years, nothing tangible has been done for us,” Mujuni said.
When he took the microphone, Ronald Kibuule reaffirmed his commitment to developmental lobbying once restored to Parliament.
He promised to push for an increment in Parish Development Model (PDM) funds, extension of water supply, and construction of boreholes in rural communities.
He also pledged to support a skilling centre for youth who dropped out of school and to revamp schools with dilapidated infrastructure across Mukono North.
“Our community’s progress depends on strong lobbying. That’s what I know best, and that’s what I will continue to do,” Kibuule told cheering supporters.
As the campaign trail heats up, Aganaga’s endorsement and his ability to connect with the electorate through relatable social issues have injected renewed energy into Kibuule’s bid to reclaim the Mukono North seat — a race shaping up to be one of the most closely watched contests in the district.
