Leaders of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Bunyangabu District have launched a reconciliation drive aimed at healing internal divisions that emerged after the recently concluded elections, warning that unresolved tensions could weaken the party ahead of future political contests.
The reconciliation meeting brought together former election contestants, party leaders and key stakeholders to address grievances that followed the closely contested polls at various levels.
Speaking during the meeting, Bunyangabu Woman Member of Parliament-elect Sarah Kabarokole said unity within the party was critical if the NRM is to retain public trust and effectively serve the people.
“Elections come with winners and losers, but once the process is concluded, we must put aside our differences and work as one family. Division only weakens us and delays development for our people,” Kabarokole said.
She cautioned that lingering misunderstandings among party members risk eroding grassroots support if not handled promptly and constructively.
NRM Bunyangabu District Chairperson Hussein Kato echoed the call for reconciliation, noting that the leadership took the initiative after observing growing tension among supporters.
“After the elections, we noticed discomfort and dissatisfaction among some of our members. As leaders, we could not sit back and allow the party to fragment. This meeting is about dialogue, discipline and restoring trust,” Kato said.
Kato warned that internal wrangles, if ignored, could hand advantage to political opponents and undermine the party’s dominance in the district.
Participants who contested in the elections welcomed the reconciliation talks, describing them as timely and necessary.
Bunyangabu Member of Parliament-elect Victor Kalenzi said the meeting had provided an opportunity for healing and reflection.
“This engagement has helped calm tempers. We may have competed fiercely, but our shared goal is the development of Bunyangabu. Moving forward together is the only way,” Kalenzi said.
The district NRM leadership pledged to sustain dialogue among members and to enforce party discipline to prevent future conflicts.
“Reconciliation is not a one-day event. We are committing ourselves to continuous engagement and ensuring that party structures handle disagreements early before they escalate,” Kato added.
With commitments from all sides to embrace unity, party leaders expressed optimism that the reconciliation drive will stabilize the NRM in Bunyangabu District and allow leaders to refocus on service delivery and development priorities.
