By Augustine Mumbere,
A section of NRA veterans in Busongora County north in Kasese District has expressed dissatisfaction over failure by leaders to mobilize and take them for an interface with president Museveni.
The veterans say their struggle during the NRA war that ushered in the NRM government has not been recognized by President Museveni due to failure by their leaders to connect them to state house.
Their concern followed Mr. John Wakighoma, s promise on Sunday of lobbying government to compensate the NRA veterans in the area.
Addressing community members in Kitswamba town council who had gathered to witness his official declaration for the Parliamentary seat of Busongora County North in the general elections 2026 on NRM ticket, he highlighted the veterans concern as a matter of urgency.
Mr. Wakighoma speaking…
Mr. David Bilwana, the local council one chairperson for Buhuhira village and a veteran, stressed that efforts to have meetings with the leaders has been in vain.Mr. Bilwana speaking….
Ms. Deborah Maate, a nurse by profession said she used to treat the fighters in 1985 in Bwesumbu sub-county but she has allegedly not received any gift from Government for her contribution.
Ms. Deborah speaking……
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