The National Peasants Party (NPP) has officially unveiled over 30 parliamentary candidates ahead of the 2025 general elections, with campaigns set to kick off on November 10.
The event, held in Kampala, showcased candidates from all regions, signaling what party officials described as a renewed effort to strengthen grassroots representation and inclusive governance.
Among those unveiled was former presidential aspirant Noah Denis Mubiru, who will contest for the Bunya East parliamentary seat.
Mubiru said his transition from the presidential race to parliamentary politics was inspired by the NPP’s grassroots-driven ideology and commitment to empowering ordinary citizens.
“My presidential bid may have been cut short, but I found a home in the National Peasants Party because its manifesto aligns with my belief in people-centered leadership,” Mubiru said.
The unveiling ceremony was presided over by NPP presidential candidate and Secretary General Robert Kasibante, who commended the candidates for their resilience despite what he described as widespread irregularities and unethical conduct by some returning officers during the nomination process.
Kasibante accused sections of the Electoral Commission of mishandling nominations, claiming that certain officials’ actions disenfranchised several NPP aspirants across the country.
“What transpired on the 23rd and 24th during nominations reflects deep-rooted irregularities within the Electoral Commission. Such unethical conduct undermines democracy and risks plunging our nation into injustice and anarchy,” Kasibante stated.
Despite these challenges, NPP leadership expressed optimism about the upcoming campaigns, emphasizing that their candidates embody integrity, unity, and the true aspirations of ordinary citizens.
“We urge voters to make informed decisions — to vote for people with a reason, not excitement,” Kasibante added.
The party’s unveiling marks a significant milestone in its election roadmap. With representation from all major regions, the NPP aims to secure a strong parliamentary presence and position itself as a credible alternative force in Uganda’s political landscape.
As campaigns officially begin in November, NPP candidates have pledged to focus on key issues affecting ordinary citizens, including agricultural empowerment, equitable resource distribution, and the fight against corruption — pillars that the party says define its vision for a just and prosperous nation.
