State Minister Godfrey Kabyanga accepted his primary election loss to former Defense Minister Dr. Chrispus Kiyonga for the Bukonzo West parliamentary seat. The ICT minister urged his followers to support Kiyonga during the 2026 general elections rather than running as an independent candidate. Kabyanga emphasized party unity and the goal of reclaiming the constituency from the Forum for Democratic Change opposition party. He praised voters for their large turnout and acknowledged their preference for Kiyonga's leadership experience. The minister committed to backing the official NRM flag bearer despite campaign rumors suggesting otherwise.
Dr. Kiyonga represents a significant political comeback after losing his parliamentary position during the 2016 elections when FDC dominated Kasese district races. President Museveni subsequently appointed him as Uganda's Ambassador to China and later as Makerere University Chancellor. Political observers consider Kiyonga among Museveni's most loyal allies since the 1980s political movements. His potential victory in 2026 could restore his Cabinet position, according to analysts. The constituency remains under FDC control but shows emerging NRM support.
Dr. Kiyonga represents a significant political comeback after losing his parliamentary position during the 2016 elections when FDC dominated Kasese district races. President Museveni subsequently appointed him as Uganda's Ambassador to China and later as Makerere University Chancellor. Political observers consider Kiyonga among Museveni's most loyal allies since the 1980s political movements. His potential victory in 2026 could restore his Cabinet position, according to analysts. The constituency remains under FDC control but shows emerging NRM support.
