{"id":4183,"date":"2025-03-27T01:29:36","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T22:29:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/?p=4183"},"modified":"2025-03-27T01:29:36","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T22:29:36","slug":"power-struggle-rukigas-new-vice-chairperson-sworn-in-amidst-fierce-protests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/27\/power-struggle-rukigas-new-vice-chairperson-sworn-in-amidst-fierce-protests\/","title":{"rendered":"POWER STRUGGLE: Rukiga&#8217;s New Vice Chairperson Sworn In Amidst Fierce Protests."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muhanga Town Council Female LC.5 Councilor Jackline Nkamushaba has taken oath as the new Rukiga District Vice Chairperson, despite fierce protests from a section of councilors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dissenting councilors, led by Muhanga Town Council LC.5 representative Godfrey Mukuru, contested the procedure of Nkamushaba&#8217;s appointment, citing a pending court case against the dismissal of the previous Vice Chairperson. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rukiga District Chief Administrative Officer, Hajjat Nakintu Shalifa, intervened to offer guidance after the Speaker of Council Oscar Akampurira requested for advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_131357_848.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_131357_848.jpg 938w, https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_131357_848-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_131357_848-768x537.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following a heated debate, the Speaker ruled against the protestors and Nkamushaba was finally sworn in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nkamushaba&#8217;s appointment was made by District LC.5 Chairperson Mbabazi Robert Kakwereere, who replaced Mr. Sam Niwandinda, over alleged insubordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Niwandinda, also the Rwamucuucu Subcounty LC.5 Councilor, claims his dismissal was due to his intention to contest against Kakwereere as the Rukiga District LC.5 Chairperson in the 2026 general election. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_152043_328-1024x594.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_152043_328-1024x594.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_152043_328-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_152043_328-768x445.jpg 768w, https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_20250326_152043_328.jpg 1040w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After his dismissal, Niwandinda sought redress in the high court, with the hearing set to begin on March 26, 2026. 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NIWANDINDA.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NIWANDINDA-ON-INSUBORDINATION.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kakwereere denied allegations that he sacked Niwandinda after the latter declared interest in his seat, instead accusing Niwandinda of publicly labeling him a failed leader during a January 20, 2025 press conference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CUE IN&#8230; KAKWEREERE.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/KAKWEREERE-ON-INSUBORDINATION-.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bukinda Subcounty Female LC.5 Councilor Brenda Ainembabazi criticized Kakwereere&#8217;s actions, calling him a dictator for sacking his Vice Chairperson without consulting the councilors who approved the initial appointment. Ainembabazi defended Niwandinda, describing him as hardworking and loyal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CUE IN&#8230;AINEMMBABAZI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AINEMBABAZI-ON-KAKWEREERE.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Muhanga Town Council LC.5 Councilor Godfrey Mukuru attributed Niwandinda&#8217;s dismissal to politics, stating, &#8220;Even if it was me, and you declared interest in contesting against me, I would not lay a red carpet for you.&#8221; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CUE IN&#8230;. 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