Ntungamo,Uganda – The 64 Ntungamo District councillors were sworn in today in a session presided over by Ntungamo Chief Magistrate Gordon Muhimbise, amid cheers from relatives and supporters at the District Headquarters.
His Worship Muhimbise also presided over the election of the District Speaker. Hon. Ahabwe Benard Mukasa Mupenda, Councillor for Ruhaama Sub-county, won with 51 votes against Hon. Hope Asimiire Turyahikayo, who polled 13 votes in the 64-vote ballot.
After assuming office, Hon. Mupenda thanked those who supported his candidature, including former Deputy Attorney General Hon. Mwesigwa Rukutana, fellow councillors, district leaders, members of the public, and his family. He pledged to foster a cordial working relationship with both political and technical leaders to drive socio-economic transformation in the district.
He will be deputized by Hon. Mellon Kanyesigye, Lady Councillor for Rwashameire Town Council.
District Chairperson Samuel Mucunguzi Sane was also sworn in for his second term after securing the highest number of votes in the last general elections.
In line with Section 16(1) of the Local Government Act, Mucunguzi reappointed:
– Hon. Asuman Kigongo, Councillor for Nyamunuka Town Council, as Deputy Chairperson
– Hon. Jim Muhwezi, Councillor for Nyakyera Town Council, as Secretary for Administration, Finance and Planning
– Hon. Bibiana Kakinoni, Lady Councillor for Nyamukana and Itojo Sub-counties, as Secretary for Social Services and Community Health
– Hon. Atuhaire Emily Nuwagaba, Lady Councillor for Nyabihoko Sub-county, as Secretary for Works and Technical Services
Mucunguzi pledged to continue fostering cooperation among leaders and improving livelihoods through the equitable distribution of social services.
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