National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi on Wednesday reignited political momentum in the Tooro sub-region, drawing thousands of supporters from Kyenjojo to Kyegegwa as he promised what he called a “solution-driven government” focused on improving farmers’ earnings and fixing critical infrastructure gaps.
His renewed push in Tooro came a day after chaotic scenes in Fort Portal, where security forces disrupted his planned rally.
Kyagulanyi spent the night at Kenneth Inn in the city, which by early morning had been surrounded by security personnel who sealed off the area as crowds gathered to accompany him.
When he eventually set off for Kyegegwa, Fort Portal City came to a standstill. Residents thronged the streets, cheering and waving as his convoy snaked out of the city.
Along the Fort Portal–Kyegegwa highway, nearly every trading centre—from Bukwali to Kyenjojo town—saw roads clogged with supporters wearing red ribbons and waving NUP symbols.
By the time Kyagulanyi arrived in Kyegegwa town, thousands had already packed the streets, some having waited for hours.
He climbed atop his vehicle to address them, urging residents to vote for change and outlining solutions to long-standing challenges in the district.
With tea as the region’s major cash crop, Kyagulanyi pledged to stabilise prices and ensure farmers earn fair returns.
“Our farmers deserve better. We shall put an end to exploitation and ensure that tea prices benefit the people who grow it,” he said.
He also promised to rehabilitate the district’s poor road network, expand electricity access, and extend affordable clean water to underserved communities. “We want a government that works for ordinary citizens. Roads, water, electricity—these should not be privileges. They must be rights,” he said.
After the Kyegegwa rally, Kyagulanyi proceeded to Kyenjojo District, where similar scenes unfolded. Streets were flooded with supporters, business briefly halted, and his message of change was met with enthusiastic chants.
Despite heavy security presence along the route, residents continued to assemble in large numbers, underlining the strong reception he received in the Tooro sub-region.
