Uganda Leaders Urge MPs to Prioritise National Unity and Development Beyond Party Politics
KAMPALA, Uganda, June 23, 2026/APO Group/ — Members of Parliament in Uganda have been urged to rise above party divisions and focus on legislation that advances national unity and serves the broader interests of citizens.
Prince Kassim Nakibinge Kakungulu, the Titular Head of Muslims in Uganda, called on legislators to prioritise areas that unite the country, noting that sectors such as education, health, and financial development offer opportunities for collective progress beyond political differences.
“There is no reason why we should waste our energies on those trivialities; rather, let us utilise our energies for the good of our people. When you perform well, you take the credit. Thus you should strive for it so that everybody believes in your capacity,” he said.
Prince Nakibinge made the remarks while hosting the Muslim Parliamentary Caucus to a luncheon at his residence in Kibuli on Friday, 19 June 2026. The gathering followed Juma prayers at Kibuli Mosque.
Former Prime Minister John Patrick Amama Mbabazi, the chief guest at the event, echoed the call for unity in Parliament, stressing that national interests and the welfare of Ugandans should always take precedence over partisan politics.
He said Uganda’s development requires a shared sense of purpose, urging MPs to engage constructively, respect differing views, and collaborate on key national priorities such as poverty reduction, education, youth empowerment, and good governance.
“Political competition should never prevent collaboration in areas where the future of our country is at stake,” Mbabazi said.
He also urged lawmakers to carefully guide Uganda’s transition into oil production, cautioning that petroleum wealth must be managed as a finite resource and used to build long-term, sustainable prosperity.
Mbabazi noted that Uganda’s oil reserves are projected to last about 25 to 30 years, describing this as a short window in the life of a nation. He emphasized that oil revenues should be invested strategically to strengthen sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, education, and skills development.
“Oil is finite; therefore, it must be viewed as a springboard, not a destination,” he said, adding that revenues should be used to build an integrated and self-sustaining economy capable of thriving beyond the lifespan of petroleum resources.
The Chairperson of the Muslim Parliamentary Caucus, Hon. Hassan Kirumira, reaffirmed MPs’ commitment to supporting the welfare and interests of the Muslim community in Uganda.
