Written By | BK Mugizi
Basajjabalaba pledged principled and inclusive leadership grounded in constitutionalism and a firm commitment to advancing the aspirations of Ugandans
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Bushenyi
Iddi Basajjabalaba, the Member of Parliament-elect for Bushenyi–Ishaka Municipality, has declared his candidature for the position of Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda for the 2026–2031 term. Basajjabalaba, who is also the son of Bushenyi District National Resistance Movement (NRM) chairperson and businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba, made the declaration in a statement issued on Tuesday.
Iddi Basajjabalaba
He expressed gratitude to the people of Bushenyi–Ishaka Municipality for the trust and mandate accorded to him during the January 15, 2026 elections. "I extend my sincere gratitude to the people of Bushenyi–Ishaka Municipality for the trust and mandate you gave me to serve you in Parliament with humility, honesty, and commitment to national service," he said.
Basajjabalaba pledged principled and inclusive leadership grounded in constitutionalism and a firm commitment to advancing the aspirations of Ugandans. "I commit myself to resolute leadership anchored in inclusivity, constitutionalism, and the relentless pursuit of the aspirations of our people," the statement reads.
The position of Deputy Speaker is currently held by Ruhinda North Member of Parliament and former Government Chief Whip, Thomas Tayebwa. He concluded by reaffirming his dedication to public service, saying, "For God and my country."
