KALIRO, Uganda – Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) presidential candidate Mugisha Muntu urged voters in the Busoga sub-region on Thursday to be vigilant against self-seeking leaders he described as incapable of serving their communities.
Speaking in Kaliro Town Council, Muntu argued that a majority of leadership aspirants are primarily driven by selfish interests. “Such leaders only seek avenues to manipulate their way to quick wealth rather than advocating for improved service delivery in communities,” he said.
He further urged voters to support candidates promoting transformative agendas, rather than falling prey to those using money and other incentives to sway public opinion. “Electorates should stay informed about self-serving leaders, many of whom rely on flattery and bribes instead of presenting clear manifestos for voters to judge their competence,” he added.
Muntu called on Busoga voters to support ANT, emphasizing that the party’s manifesto champions capable leadership focused on collectively transforming livelihoods. Several residents echoed his sentiments, stressing the need for issue-based leadership that benefits communities.
Aisha Namulemo noted that current leaders have made little impact, leaving communities in cycles of lamentation.“Leaders have turned elections into ceremonial exercises rather than platforms to improve people’s lives. Kaliro became a district two decades ago, yet at the parliamentary level, little has been done for the public good. Health, education, and agriculture are still underperforming due to poor leadership,” she said.
Jibreal Wako added that local leaders neither legislate effectively nor lobby for development projects, which has hindered regional progress. He emphasized that leaders must continually advocate for the welfare of their constituents, as sustainable development is an ongoing process.
Zam Nabunwa highlighted the role of civic education, noting that its absence has led voters to make choices without clear direction. She said: “Most voters rely on tribal affiliations rather than evaluating a candidate’s ability to deliver services; this pattern continues to deprive our area of quality leaders.”
