Finance Minister Bahati will not contest For Ndorwa Parliamentary Seat

ENTEBBE– Hon. David Bahati, the State Minister for Finance, who had earlier on vowed to contest independently for Ndorwa West Member of Parliament after being defeated by Eliab Naturinda in NRM Party Primaries, has finally changed his decision.

The change in mind, followed consultations which happened during the 27th Prayer Breakfast held at State House in Entebbe on Wednesday this week.

“I wish to inform the general public that I will NOT OFFER MYSELF AS AN INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE in the forthcoming 2026 General Elections. This decision comes from a deep sense of responsibility to preserve the unity and stability of the National Resistance Movement party ( NRM) and to ensure peace and harmony within the district.”

He also noted that, running as an independent moves against the spirit of cohesion that the president and party have tirelessly worked to uphold and it’s also against the NRM party constitution ( 2020 as amended), Article 8(4)e; that bares the District Party Chairperson from standing against or campaigning against official Party flag bearers.

“This decision comes from a deep sense of responsibility to preserve the unity and stability of the National Resistance Movement party ( NRM) and to ensure peace and harmony within the district.”

“I take great pride in the service I have rendered to the people of Uganda, Kigezi, Kabale and Ndorwa West in particular since May 2006. I worked with all dedication, energy and sincerity to improve family livelihoods, Sports and Talents ( Bahati cup tournament) and promote development but importantly raise the voice of our people on the floor of Parliament.”

Bahati as the NRM Chairperson for Kabale District, has set a good example for his fellow leaders in the party within the district and across the country.