NRM party members argued about religion at a funeral in Kabale. The fight happened during church services for Edith Zoreka at St. Luke Catholic Church. Sheikh Kassim Kamugisha said some candidates falsely claim religious leaders support them. He told people to ask for proof when politicians say church leaders back them. He warned voters against Andrew Baryayanga, who once wore opposition symbols.
Kamugisha claimed Baryayanga hurt the party with his past actions. He said this cost the area government jobs that went elsewhere instead. Michael Rwasabutare denied rumors that Baryayanga gave him money to run for office. He rejected claims that local church officials control his campaign decisions. He asked residents to demand evidence before believing such stories.
Baryayanga asked voters to support him as their NRM representative. He said Kamugisha failed the party after winning nominations in 2021. Baryayanga denied ever joining the National Unity Platform party. He stated he ran as an independent after problems with party elections, but remained loyal to NRM. Baryayanga mentioned his father helped start UPM in their area. He suggested Kamugisha needs to campaign properly rather than attack him.
Kamugisha claimed Baryayanga hurt the party with his past actions. He said this cost the area government jobs that went elsewhere instead. Michael Rwasabutare denied rumors that Baryayanga gave him money to run for office. He rejected claims that local church officials control his campaign decisions. He asked residents to demand evidence before believing such stories.
Baryayanga asked voters to support him as their NRM representative. He said Kamugisha failed the party after winning nominations in 2021. Baryayanga denied ever joining the National Unity Platform party. He stated he ran as an independent after problems with party elections, but remained loyal to NRM. Baryayanga mentioned his father helped start UPM in their area. He suggested Kamugisha needs to campaign properly rather than attack him.
