BUHWEJU DISTRICT
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairperson for Buhweju District, Kabandize Godfrey, has expressed concern over delays in the distribution of fertilizer to farmers, warning local leaders against politicising government programmes for personal political gain.
In an official statement addressing the delayed fertilizer distribution, Kabandize acknowledged growing frustration among farmers, noting that the delay comes at a critical time when the rainy season is nearing its end.
He said the delay could negatively affect agricultural productivity, household incomes and food security, given the importance of fertilizer in supporting farmers’ production.
Kabandize said he had received complaints from residents, political leaders and other stakeholders and had also visited several sub-counties to assess the concerns. He assured farmers that their grievances had been heard and that engagements were ongoing with relevant government offices to ensure the fertilizer reaches the intended beneficiaries without further delays.
On the political disagreements surrounding the programme, the district NRM chairperson cautioned leaders against taking personal credit for government initiatives, emphasising that such programmes are implemented by the Government of Uganda under President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the NRM administration.
He described attempts by individual leaders to present government programmes as their personal initiatives as misleading and selfish, arguing that public service delivery should not be turned into a political competition.
Kabandize further warned that continued politicisation of government programmes could attract the attention of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, reminding leaders that Buhweju had previously experienced interventions related to concerns over public service delivery.
He called upon political, technical and religious leaders in the district to work together, prioritise accountability and ensure that government interventions benefit the intended communities.
The NRM chairperson concluded by urging leaders to put aside personal interests and political differences, stressing that cooperation among stakeholders is essential for the development of Buhweju.
He emphasised that farmers should not suffer because of disagreements among their leaders, calling for unity and collective responsibility in addressing the district’s development challenges.
“Let us put Buhweju first,” Kabandize said.
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