Kampala, Uganda | Amuria District LC V Chairperson, Emabu Moses, has officially joined the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), ending his long-standing affiliation with the Uganda People’s Congress (UPC).
Emabu was formally received by NRM Secretary General, Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, at the party headquarters in Kyadondo, Kampala, after completing all requirements for admission.
The defection marks a significant political shift in the Teso sub-region, where UPC has historically held strong influence.
Speaking after the ceremony, Emabu attributed his decision to the government’s visible achievements in Amuria District, which he said have rendered UPC unpopular.
He remarked that he had been the last prominent UPC figure in the district, adding, “I was the last UPC man standing in Amuria. Today, Amuria is fully liberated.”
Todwong welcomed Emabu to the NRM fold, describing his move as a reflection of the party’s growing support at the grassroots level.
He emphasized that the NRM remains open to leaders committed to service delivery and national transformation.
Emabu’s defection is expected to significantly alter the political landscape in Amuria ahead of the 2026 general elections and may prompt further shifts in party allegiance across the region.
