By KT Reporter
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate, Nathan Nandala Mafabi, is urging Ugandans to embrace national unity as a cornerstone for development, peace, and prosperity.
While addressing a campaign rally on Tuesday, October 14, at Kapchorwa Boma Grounds, Nandala said that tribal and regional divisions continue to hinder Uganda’s growth and development.
“Whether you are in Acholi, the West, or any other part of Uganda, we are all brothers and sisters. Uganda can only progress through unity, not tribalism,” he said.
Nandala cited 2 Chronicles 29:26-27, suggesting that the 40 years of President Museveni’s leadership may symbolically represent the end of an era.
“Forty is a number that marks completion in the Bible. For instance, David ruled for 40 years, Jesus Christ fasted for 40 days, and when the 40 days of a thief are over, he is caught. It is time for change,” he said.
Nandala promised to rebuild the Kapchorwa Market, which was recently destroyed by fire. He described the market as a critical economic hub for local families and traders. “This market is the economic backbone for many families. I will ensure it is rebuilt so that our people can work, earn, and live with dignity,” he pledged.
Before his arrival, a heavy police deployment was observed at the burnt market’s entrance. Some insiders claimed the deployment aimed to prevent the FDC candidate from seeing the extent of the destruction.
The FDC candidate also criticized the country’s health system, calling it “sick at all levels.” “The patient is sick, the person treating them is also sick, and the equipment is sick. The result is death,” he said.
He promised to upgrade all district hospitals to regional referral status, equip them with modern tools, and ensure they are fully staffed with qualified personnel. “The health system is broken and I am ready to fix it,” he added.
Nandala said he has offered advisory services to several African countries, including Tanzania, Ghana, Zimbabwe, and Uganda. However, he said the Ugandan government has failed to act on sound advice.
“I have advised many countries, but the Ugandan government has stubbornly refused to listen. It’s time to apply professional expertise to develop Uganda,” he noted.
He pointed out that corruption and greed have crippled essential sectors such as health, education, and roads. “Uganda can be self-reliant, but greed and corruption are eating away every sector,” he said.
Godfrey Ekanya threw his support behind Nandala, urging Ugandans to vote for transformative leadership. “It’s time to change the system for better services,” Ekanya said.
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