Uganda: MP Nyeko Out of Makindye East Race

Uganda: MP Nyeko Out of Makindye East Race

Makindye East legislator Derrick Nyeko has announced that he will not seek re-election in the 2026 general elections, ending his parliamentary career after just one term.

"Most Of The MPs Should Instead Be LC3 Councillors" Ssemuju Nganda Reveals Why - The Witness Uganda

Outspoken Kira Municipality legislator Ibrahim Ssemuju Nganda has lashed at the quality of MPs and debates in the 11th parliament which is led by Speaker Anita Among and her deputy Thomas Tayebwa. According to Ssemuju, political parties should be scouting for quality leaders like the same way football clubs do when scouting top talent than only being reactive towards elections where whoever shows up at the nomination venue is taken as the only l…

MP Nyeko Steps aside from Contesting Again

MAKINDYE – Hon. Derrick Nyeko, the current member of Parliament on National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket has step aside from Contesting again. Hon. Derrick Nyeko (Courtesy photo) According to the information seen by this website, Nyeko revealed that his choice does not diminish the journey he has walked together, nor the victories achieved.   ” I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all who have believed in me throughout the years I have been e…

Betrayed By My Leader!! Why MP Derrick NYEKO Stepped Aside In The Makindye East MP Race

First time legislator Derrick Nyeko of Makindye East in the 11th parliament Hon. Derrick Nyeko has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in the upcoming General Elections. Nyeko who joined parliament on the NUP ticket made the announcement via his social media pages revealing that after deep reflection, he made the very difficult decision not join the race in 2026. He didn’t reveal the exact reasons for this decision but has thanked …

Makindye East MP Derrick Nyeko bows out of 2026 race ahead of NUP flag bearer reveal

In a surprising political development, Makindye East Member of Parliament Derrick Nyeko has announced his withdrawal from the 2026 parliamentary race, just days before the National Unity Platform (NUP) is expected to unveil its official list of flag bearers. Nyeko made the announcement on Monday through a statement posted on his verified X account, thanking his constituents for their support over the years and reflecting on his time in office. “…

Nyeko Announces Decision to Step Back from Makindye East MP Race

In a move that has surprised many of his supporters, Hon. Nyeko Derrick has officially announced that he will not be contesting for the Makindye East Member of Parliament seat in the upcoming elections. In a heartfelt message to his constituents and supporters, Derrick expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him over the years. “I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all who have believed in me throughout the years I have been entrusted wi…