Kampala,Uganda – Hon. Cadet Benjamin Buturo has been sworn in as the Member of Parliament for Bunyaruguru for the 2025–2031 term, pledging to prioritize health, education, roads, water, electricity, and support for youth and women.
After taking the oath at Parliament House, Hon. Cadet said his immediate focus would be on improving healthcare, including plans to bring free medical scans to the constituency. He also committed to upgrading roads, ending water shortages, extending electricity to villages, and strengthening support for women’s projects, youth groups, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.
“I will not betray the voters of Bunyaruguru during my term. I will fulfill all the pledges I made to the people who sent me to serve them,” he said.
Hon. Cadet urged residents and leaders to work together to fight corruption and ensure government programs reach everyone fairly. He called on parents to send children to school to end ignorance and asked those who did not support him during the election to join hands for the development of the constituency.
“This is the time for reconciliation, rebuilding, and working together as one people. Elections are over,” he said, promising to be Bunyaruguru’s voice in Parliament and to lobby for projects to address issues like darkness in villages, poor community roads, and household poverty. He also pledged to bring in experts to train families on improving livelihoods and reducing domestic violence.
*Supporters Express Confidence*
Supporters who spoke after the swearing-in expressed confidence in Hon. Cadet’s leadership. Ndisiima Apolo, a mobilizer in Nyakasharu, said they trust him because “he works on issues that uplift ordinary people” and has shown commitment to uniting Bunyaruguru.
Musisi John, LC1 Chairperson of Rwemitagu Village, thanked voters for electing Hon. Cadet and urged him to reach out to former opponents to work together. He asked the MP to prioritize roads, education, and development projects.
Sande Kevina, LC2 Chairperson of Nyakasharu Ward, praised Hon. Cadet for serving the people even before taking office, citing achievements such as an ambulance, Bunyaruguru FM 99.9 radio, and donated tents and chairs. She called on the community to support him as he delivers on his promises.
Story By: Tugume Muzafaru
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