Bugweri chiefdom has officially unveiled a new executive committee to steer its football team, Bugweri FC “Entuudhi”, through the 8th edition of the Busoga Masaza Cup.
The launch, held on Wednesday 18th June, marks a fresh chapter for the team as it seeks to make history in the prestigious regional tournament.
The committee will be led by newly elected chairperson Nsereko Henry, who vowed to mobilise resources and build a united support base that will drive the team towards success.
The leadership will oversee team preparations, fundraising, and coordination with tournament organisers.
Speaking during the official unveiling, the Prime Minister (Katikkiro) of Bugweri Chiefdom, Owek. Nabongo Godfrey emphasised the importance of community support and expressed hope that the team will reach the final for the first time since the tournament’s inception in 2016.
“This committee is going to guide us through this journey. They will show us where to invest our money and how the tournament is progressing. We are hopeful that Bugweri will go far, even reach the finals. I urge all people from Bugweri, wherever they are, to rally behind the team,” said Owek. Nabongo.
He acknowledged that the tournament coincides with a busy season marked by harvests and political activities but called on the public to prioritise support for the team.
“Beyond this tournament, we want to build a lasting football club—not just a seasonal Masaza team,” he added.
Former Players and Politicians Urged to Join Hands
In his remarks, Chairman Nsereko Henry called upon former players, politicians, and the wider Bugweri community to offer both moral and financial support.
“ This team belongs to all of us. Former players, leaders, businesspeople—let us come together and push Entuudhi to the top. The people of Bugweri must own this journey if we are to make it,” Nsereko urged.
Bugweri has been drawn into the competitive Mawembe Group, alongside Bunhole-Bunhanumba, Bukono, and Budiope.
While the exact date for the tournament’s kickoff is yet to be confirmed by the Busoga Masaza Cup organising committee—chaired by Owek. Amin Bossa Nkono—the opening match is expected to feature a clash between Budiope and Bukono.
Youth Leaders Back the Cause
The youth wing of Bugweri Chiefdom, under the leadership of Omulangira Magoola Abdulhakiim, also pledged full support to the team. Representing the Busoga Kingdom Youth Council, Magoola called on all youth, especially those with roots in Bugweri, to actively engage and contribute.
Aiming for History
Since the Busoga Masaza Cup was inaugurated in 2016—with Bukono North emerging as the inaugural champions—Bugweri has never reached a final. With new leadership in place and renewed commitment from community stakeholders, hopes are high that 2025 could be a breakthrough year.
Bugweri Entuudhi is now setting its sights not only on glory in this year’s Masaza Cup, but also on laying the groundwork for a permanent football club that could eventually represent the region at higher levels of Ugandan football.
