The political landscape in Budiope West, Buyende district, is undergoing a significant transformation as politicians vying for the Member of Parliament seat consolidate their efforts to secure victory.
In a surprising turn of events, former Budiope West MP Robert Musoke has announced his withdrawal from the race, throwing his weight behind fellow aspirant Dennis Mutagaya.
This development, as reported by Busoga Times, is seen as a strategic alliance aimed at challenging the ambitions of Minister for Presidency Milly Babalanda, who is also in the running.
Sources suggest that the partnership between Musoke and Mutagaya is specifically designed to counter Babalanda’s influence, particularly in Nkondo Sub County.
Mutagaya, hailing from Buyende Town Council, is optimistic that Musoke’s supporters in Nkondo will now rally behind his campaign, effectively expanding his base and diminishing support for Minister Babalanda, who is considered an outsider due to her origins in neighboring Kamuli district.
Speaking to Busoga Times, Musoke emphasized the importance of Budiope West being represented by a “son of the soil,” citing this as the driving force behind his decision to endorse Mutagaya.
His declaration resonates with local sentiments and potentially weakens Babalanda’s appeal to voters who prioritize local representation.
In response to the endorsement, Mutagaya expressed his gratitude and welcomed Musoke to his team. He highlighted the alliance as an opportunity to bridge divisions within the constituency, particularly between Buyende Town Council and Nkondo.
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“For the time, we are going to have peaceful elections in Buyende Town Council and Nkondo,” Mutagaya stated in an interview. “We are coming with a new trend; instead of fighting, we are uniting. I am happy that my brother has decided to support me. This has given us a new chapter of peace.”
The collaboration between Musoke and Mutagaya signals a potential shift in the dynamics of the Budiope West parliamentary race.
By combining their resources and support bases, they aim to present a unified front against Minister Babalanda, leveraging the sentiment of local representation to their advantage.
This alliance promises to be a significant factor in shaping the outcome of the upcoming elections and ushering in a new era of political unity in the region.
