Sam Engola, a key advisor to the President, recently explained why the National Resistance Movement (NRM) achieved such a huge win in the Lango Sub-region. He believes this victory wasn’t just luck or a last-minute push, but the result of tireless effort, bringing people together from all walks of life, and building strong connections with communities over many years.
Engola spoke at a special celebration for the victory, highlighting that the support for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was earned through consistent hard work, not just a short campaign. He described the period leading up to the elections as a time of non-stop engagement, with NRM supporters and leaders constantly reaching out and talking to voters everywhere.
He praised the dedicated mobilizers, political leaders, and local community groups who worked tirelessly. Their combined efforts, he said, united the region and led to what he called an unprecedented success for the ruling party.
What made this victory truly special, Engola pointed out, was that it wasn’t just NRM loyalists who got involved. Many people who previously supported opposition parties joined in. This coming together, he emphasized, showed a growing spirit of unity and a shared commitment to building peace, fostering development, and helping everyone create wealth.
He credited the coordinated efforts of local Members of Parliament, councillors, grassroots organizers, and various community groups. The campaign, he stressed, was built on lasting relationships and continuous engagement, rather than isolated events.
Engola also recognized the important role of businesses and investors. Their support for community projects, especially in agriculture, has been vital. He noted a rising interest in farming ventures like coffee production, which are crucial for improving household incomes across the region. This focus on economic growth, combined with political unity, paved the way for the NRM’s remarkable achievement.