KAMPALA, UGANDA – June 24, 2026
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has Wednesday, June 24 2026 marked a significant leadership transition as its former Secretary General Hon David Kabanda officially handed over office to the newly appointed Secretary General, Hon. Fadil Twalla, during a ceremony held at the organization’s headquarters in Naguru, Kampala.
The event attracted a wide range of political, religious and government leaders, highlighting the growing influence of the PLU in Uganda’s political landscape ahead of the country’s ongoing governance and development agenda.
The National Vice Chairperson of the Patriotic League of Uganda, Michael Nuwagira, arrived at the headquarters to preside over the handover ceremony, which was attended by several cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament, and prominent religious leaders.
Among the notable guests was Pastor Aloysious Bugingo of the House of Prayer Ministries International (HPMI), whose presence underscored the broad support and interest surrounding the organization’s leadership transition.
Speaking during the ceremony, leaders praised the outgoing Secretary General for his service to the organization and expressed confidence in Hon. Twalla’s ability to strengthen PLU’s structures, mobilization efforts, and national outreach programs.
The handover comes at a time when political organizations across Uganda are reorganizing and strengthening their leadership teams following the 2026 General Elections. Observers view the transition as a strategic move aimed at positioning the PLU for greater participation in national development initiatives and public engagement.
Ministers and Members of Parliament who attended the event commended the organization for conducting a peaceful and orderly leadership transition, emphasizing the importance of institutional continuity and effective leadership in advancing the group’s objectives.
Hon. Fadil Twalla is expected to assume full responsibility for coordinating the organization’s activities, implementing policy directives, and overseeing programs aimed at promoting patriotism, youth empowerment, and national development.
The ceremony concluded with calls for unity among members and renewed commitment to the organization’s vision of fostering patriotism and supporting Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
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