Wakiso electoral commission warns Nansana candidates against violating election rules

28 October 2025, 4:17 pm

By Edwin Okurmu Kisa

The Electoral Commission in Wakiso District, together with security officials in Nansana Municipality, has cautioned all candidates contesting for the position of Nansana Municipality Mayor against engaging in acts that violate election laws ahead of the 2026 general elections scheduled to begin on November 10.

The officials issued the warning during a meeting held at Nansana Municipal headquarters, where candidates were guided on how to conduct themselves during the campaign period.

Foster Twebaze, the Deputy Returning Officer for Wakiso District, urged candidates to respect the rules set by the Electoral Commission and avoid any illegal activities that could disrupt the electoral process. She emphasized that candidates are strictly prohibited from bribing voters or giving out gifts during campaigns.

Meanwhile, the Nansana Division Police Commander (DPC), SP Nsadah Anthony, warned that police will not tolerate politicians who move around with groups of rowdy youths popularly known as “Egaali” to cause chaos. He said the police are ready to arrest anyone who attempts to disrupt the elections, noting that defacing campaign posters is also a criminal offense.

Some of the candidates, however, appreciated the Electoral Commission for the guidance but asked that the enforcement of laws be applied fairly across all political sides.

Johnbosco Sserunkuma, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer for Nansana mayoral seat, said security officers sometimes appear biased against opposition politicians while favoring those from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party.

Joseph Ssemwezi of the Ecological Party called for equal treatment of all candidates, saying the rules should not be used to interfere with cultural and social norms.

Similarly, Edirisa Mutebi of the Freedom and Farmers Party (FFP) accused the ruling NRM of promoting a culture of intimidation and called for strict measures to curb such tendencies to ensure peaceful elections.