President Museveni’s younger brother, Nzaire Sedrack Nowomugisha, has pulled out of the race for NRM National Vice Chairperson for Western Uganda, a move he says is intended to promote party unity.
Nzaire confirmed his withdrawal in a statement issued on Thursday, noting that the decision followed consultations with the ruling party’s Central Executive Committee (CEC), which is chaired by President Museveni.
“After broad consultations with the Central Executive Committee (CEC), chaired by H.E. Kaguta Museveni, I have agreed to withdraw my candidature from the race for NRM National Vice Chairman – Western Uganda,” he said.
The businessman-turned-politician explained that stepping aside was necessary to protect cohesion within the party.
“As a loyal cadre of the NRM, I firmly believe that personal ambition must always give way to the collective good of the Party and the Country. It is in this spirit that I have taken this step, confident that it best serves the stability and cohesion of our Party,” Nzaire noted.
Although he had previously confirmed his nomination, Nzaire said he now stands firmly behind his colleagues who remain in the contest, urging Ugandans to rally around the NRM’s broader mission.
“I wish my colleagues who have remained in the race the very best, and I call upon all Ugandans to continue supporting and rallying behind the National Resistance Movement as the vehicle for Uganda’s continued progress and transformation as we consolidate the gains,” he added.
