Hajj Bruhan Sserunga, father of presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa, surprised many by endorsing President Museveni at a rally in Kitagwenda District, praising the NRM leader for bringing peace and stability to Uganda.
“Let everyone support President Museveni in the coming term so he can complete what he has promised to do for the country,” he said.
Sserunga highlighted the peace that the National Resistance Movement (NRM) ushered in after taking power, noting that such stability had eluded successive governments since independence.
He also lauded the government for the benefits he received under the civilian veterans’ program in 2016.
His son, Mubarak Munyagwa, previously served as a Member of Parliament for Kawempe South between 2016 and 2021 under the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) and is now contesting the presidency on the Common Man’s Party ticket.
Sserunga’s endorsement of Museveni was therefore unexpected and drew significant attention from rally attendees and political observers.
Speaking at the same rally, President Museveni reflected on NRM’s efforts since coming to power in 1996.
He said the party prioritized national peace as the foundation for development, strengthening institutions and creating a strong army.
Museveni also commended Local Defence Units for securing Kitagwenda against attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a move he said has ensured lasting peace in the district.
