Godfrey Kiwanda Ssuubi, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice Chairperson for Buganda Region, has officially declared his intention to return to elective politics, announcing his bid to reclaim the Mityana North parliamentary seat in the 2026–2031 term.
The former state minister for tourism made the announcement during a thanksgiving prayer service held in Mutetema Sub-county, Mityana North, over the weekend.
The event was organised to thank God for sparing his life following a recent road accident that had sparked concern among his supporters.
“I am alive today not because I am lucky, but because God still has a purpose for me. That purpose includes returning to serve my people in Mityana North,” Kiwanda told a crowd of supporters, religious leaders, and NRM officials.
Kiwanda previously represented Mityana North in Parliament for three terms before stepping aside to focus on party leadership. His return marks a major political comeback that is expected to shake up the race in the constituency.
“I have been consulting widely, and the message I keep receiving from my people is clear: ‘Come back and represent us,’” he said. “I have listened, and I am ready. I am returning to serve with humility, experience, and commitment.”
Supporters at the event welcomed his decision with enthusiasm, describing Kiwanda as a dependable leader who delivers on his promises.
“We know his work. He’s development-oriented, approachable, and he delivers. His return gives us hope,” said one supporter.
In his speech, Kiwanda pledged to prioritise education, health, infrastructure, and economic empowerment, particularly for youth, farmers, and small-scale entrepreneurs. He positioned himself as a unifier focused on service, not politicking.
“I am not coming back to make noise—I am coming back to work. Politics should be about improving people’s lives, not tearing each other down,” he added.
Kiwanda’s comeback is already drawing attention from political watchers, many of whom predict a high-stakes contest.
Opposition and independent candidates are expected to challenge him, but his deep ties to the NRM and regional political networks could give him an edge.
His return is also seen as a boost to the ruling party's broader strategy to recover support in Buganda, a region where it suffered significant losses in the 2021 elections.
As the 2026 electoral season draws closer, Kiwanda’s re-entry into the political arena is likely to intensify competition—and reinvigorate NRM mobilisation in central Uganda.