National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine is set today to lead his party’s supporters to Kawempe Muslim Primary School Grounds (Ku Taano) in a spirited campaign rally for Elias Lukwago Nalukoola.
The highly anticipated event is set to galvanize support for NUP’s parliamentary candidate in the upcoming by-election further intensifying the political battle for one of Kampala’s most contested constituencies.
Kawempe North has long been a political battleground often mirroring Uganda’s broader struggle between opposition and ruling party forces.
The by-election set for July 13 has drawn significant national attention, with NUP determined to maintain its grip on the constituency while other parties including the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) are vying to wrestle control.
With Bobi Wine at the forefront, the campaign is expected to take on a revolutionary tone echoing NUP’s broader agenda of political change.
The party has framed the election as a fight against oppression, corruption and state brutality messages that have resonated deeply with their support base especially among Kampala’s urban voters.
Elias Lukwago Nalukoola NUP candidate is a seasoned lawyer and vocal advocate for human rights. Known for his legal battles against government, he has positioned himself as the voice of the marginalized in Kampala’s political space.
His campaign focuses on economic empowerment, youth employment and fighting injustices faced by Kawempe North people.
As Bobi Wine and his “revolutionary troops” descend on Kawempe, the rally will serve as a key test of NUP’s grassroots mobilization.
The choice of Kawempe Muslim Primary School Grounds as the venue is significant, it’s a well-known gathering place for political activism and a historical hotspot for opposition movements.
Security concerns loom over the event given previous clashes between NUP supporters and security forces after the nominations of Nalukoola. However, the party remains defiant emphasizing its constitutional right to assemble and campaign freely.
For NUP, securing Kawempe North is about proving that the opposition remains a formidable force despite state intimidation. On the other hand, for the ruling NRM, a loss would signal a continued erosion of its influence in urban areas.
