Speaking during an NRM leaders' retreat at Kayunga District headquarters, Tweheyo called on party leaders to resolve their differences through dialogue and adhere to the party's constitution.
"The strength of the NRM lies in its unity. If we continue fighting among ourselves instead of reconciling, we risk handing victory to our opponents. I urge all leaders and members to put the interests of the party first and resolve their disagreements peacefully," Tweheyo said.
His remarks come amid growing divisions within the NRM in Kayunga following the death of the district party chairperson in a road crash along the Kayunga–Kinjja Road.
The leadership vacuum has split the district party into two rival factions.
One faction, led by NRM District Vice Chairperson Kato, argues that he should continue serving as acting district chairperson in accordance with party procedures until a substantive replacement is chosen.
The other faction, led by Acting NRM Registrar Augustine Tumwine, is calling for fresh elections to elect a substantive district chairperson.
The dispute has heightened tensions within the party as preparations for the lower Local Council elections gather pace, raising concerns that the divisions could affect the NRM's performance in the district.
Former State Minister for Gender and the Elderly Sulaiman Madada reminded members that the party's constitution provides clear procedures for resolving disputes and filling leadership vacancies.
"The NRM is built on a strong constitution that guides all its activities. We should respect those procedures, remain tolerant of one another, and avoid unnecessary conflicts that only divide the party," Madada said.
He urged party members to remain patient, embrace dialogue and work together to strengthen the party ahead of the elections.
Leaders attending the retreat pledged to continue engaging both factions in an effort to restore unity and ensure the NRM presents a united front as campaigns for the Local Council elections intensify.