Retired Brigadier General Emmanuel Rwashande has been officially nominated to contest for the position of Member of Parliament for Lwemiyaga County in the NRM primaries. He is set to face off with Theodore Ssekikubo, and whoever wins the primaries will carry the NRM flag in the 2026 general elections
A retired officer has entered the race to represent Lwemiyaga County in the upcoming party primaries, setting the stage for a highly competitive contest. He’s challenging the current area representative, pointing to issues like underdevelopment, water scarcity, and lingering land disputes as reasons for change.
Meanwhile, questions have been raised about the validity of his academic documents, with critics arguing that his submitted certifications don’t meet the required standards—some even bearing his own signature from previous roles.
The tension between the two camps has escalated in recent weeks. During local party elections, reports of confrontation, intimidation, and scattered incidents of violence emerged. An attempt to ease tensions through dialogue reportedly broke down.
As the primaries draw closer, both camps are mobilizing heavily. The newcomer is gaining ground with fresh support, while the incumbent remains firmly rooted, expressing confidence in his voter base. This contest is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched races in the region.
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