Nzaire Sedrack Nowomugisha, a younger brother to President Yoweri Museveni, has withdrawn his candidature for the position of NRM National Vice Chairperson for Western Uganda, following consultations with the party’s top leadership.
In a statement issued on Thuraday, Nzaire said the decision came after engagements with the ruling party’s Central Executive Committee (CEC), chaired by President Museveni.
“After broad consultations with the Central Executive Committee (CEC), chaired by H.E. Kaguta Museveni, I have agreed to withdraw my candidature from the race for NRM National Vice Chairman – Western Uganda,” he announced.
He explained that the move was made in the spirit of unity and harmony within the NRM, stressing that individual ambitions must never override the party’s collective goals.
“As a loyal cadre of the NRM, I firmly believe that personal ambition must always give way to the collective good of the Party and the Country. It is in this spirit that I have taken this step, confident that it best serves the stability and cohesion of our Party,” Nzaire said.
The NRM stalwart, who had earlier confirmed his nomination for the race, wished his colleagues still vying for the post success and urged Ugandans to continue rallying behind the ruling party.
“I wish my colleagues who have remained in the race the very best, and I call upon all Ugandans to continue supporting and rallying behind the National Resistance Movement as the vehicle for Uganda’s continued progress and transformation as we consolidate the gains,” he added.
Nzaire’s withdrawal is seen as part of efforts by the NRM leadership to harmonize internal contests ahead of the party’s national elections.
