NRM established a tribunal to address grievances from party primaries.
KAMPALA – The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has established a special tribunal to address grievances arising from its recently concluded party primaries. The committee, appointed by President Yoweri Museveni, who is also the NRM chairman, began hearings today to resolve disputes and ensure fairness within the party.
Enoch Barata, NRM’s legal counsel, confirmed that the tribunal will review complaints and transparently deliver rulings.
Several high-profile disputes were presented before the committee, including:
Dr. Chris Baryomunsi (Kinkizi East) – Accused of election malpractices, he denied wrongdoing and challenged his opponents to provide evidence. The Minister of ICT, who also supervises the tribunal, assured that due process will be followed.
Rebecca Kadaga (Kamuli District) – The former Speaker of Parliament faced accusations from her rival, Nangobi Noeline, but maintained that the allegations were baseless.
Lukia Nakadama (Mayuge District) – A long-serving NRM member accused of election irregularities by Suzana Nangobi Faima. Nakadama dismissed the claims, stating they were politically motivated.
Bright Rwamirama (Minister of State for Animal Industry) – His challenger, James Caesar Atwine, demanded his disqualification, alleging foul play.
Hope Grania (Mubende District) – The declared winner faced a petition from Teopista Tindimweba, who accused her of lacking proper qualifications. Grania dismissed the claims as frivolous.
Patricia Magala (Katikamu South) – She defended her victory, insisting the voting process was free and fair, and called for President Museveni’s intervention to stop internal sabotage.
Mujabi Deo Masembe (Mubende Municipality) urged the tribunal to uphold justice, stating that his victory was legitimate and should not be overturned.
The tribunal will continue hearings tomorrow, with final decisions expected soon. NRM leaders emphasized the need for unity as the party prepares for the 2026 general elections.
