KAMPALA — The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has described its strong performance in the recently concluded LC I elections as a clear sign that Ugandans continue to trust the party’s leadership and grassroots development agenda.
According to NRM leaders, the outcome demonstrates renewed public confidence in the party’s ability to deliver services at the village level, where Local Council I leaders play a critical role in mobilizing communities, resolving disputes, and supporting government programmes.
Party officials said the victory was the result of sustained engagement with communities and the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods, including wealth creation, infrastructure development, and access to essential public services.
They noted that newly elected LC I chairpersons will be expected to strengthen accountability, promote unity, and work closely with local residents to address community challenges. The officials urged the leaders to avoid partisan conflicts and instead focus on delivering services that benefit all citizens.
The NRM further argued that the election results provide a solid foundation as the party prepares for future electoral contests, including the next general elections. Leaders said the grassroots structures remain the backbone of the party’s organisation and are essential in communicating government policies to citizens.
Political analysts, however, observed that while the victory strengthens the NRM’s village-level structures, the elected leaders will ultimately be judged by their ability to address pressing concerns such as sanitation, security, unemployment, and local development.
They added that maintaining public confidence will depend not only on electoral success but also on the effectiveness of local leaders in responding to the everyday needs of their communities.
The LC I elections are widely regarded as the foundation of Uganda’s local governance system, with village leaders serving as the first point of contact between citizens and government. Their performance is expected to influence public perceptions of leadership and service delivery at higher levels of government.
