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By Our Reporter
Bushenyi,
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) registered a high voter turnout in the LC1 flag bearer elections held at Gongo Village, Kyamuhunga Town Council in Bushenyi District, where the incumbent village chairperson, Mwesigye Boniface, won decisively. Out of the 405 voters who participated in the election, Mwesigye Boniface secured a resounding victory with 377 votes, while his opponent, Arihona Medson Kabebe, received only 28 votes.
Supporters of Mwesigye Boniface linning up to vote
After the announcement of the results, Arihona Medson graciously conceded defeat and pledged his support to Mwesigye. “For the good of our party and our community, I am ready to work hand in hand with Mr. Mwesigye to strengthen the NRM in our village,” he said.
Andrew Kabazokye, the NRM mobilizer for Bushenyi District, commended the party for organizing a transparent electoral process through the lining-up method. “The lining-up system leaves no room for doubt. It is clear, open, and fair. This is democracy at the grassroots,” he remarked.
Mwesigye Boniface waive to his supporters after winning declared NRM flagbearer fie Gongo Village Kyamuhunga town Council
Meanwhile, Boniface Tugume, the Igara West MP aspirant, praised the high turnout as a reflection of the party's strong grassroots support. “The enthusiasm and commitment we have seen today reaffirm the confidence our people have in the NRM. I am confident that this momentum will carry us to victory in the upcoming general elections,” Tugume stated.
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