Kampala’s political landscape has been shaken after the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Tribunal annulled Kaweesa Mahad’s declaration as the party’s flag bearer for the Kampala Lord Mayor seat. The tribunal ruled in favour of 1st runner-up Kizito Moses Nsubuga, citing irregularities in Mahad’s primary victory.
The decision follows a petition by Kizito, who accused Mahad of forging academic documents, engaging in voter bribery, intimidating voters, and committing multiple electoral malpractices during the July 25 primaries. After reviewing the evidence, the tribunal found most of these allegations credible, prompting the reversal of Mahad’s win.
Speaking after receiving the ruling, Kizito Moses expressed gratitude to NRM structures for their support. He pledged to uphold the party’s values as he campaigns for Kampala residents ahead of the 2026 elections.
The saga surrounding Mahad had stirred controversy long before the tribunal ruling. Allegations surfaced that Mahad, formerly Kaweesa Solomon, had allegedly altered his identity and presented fraudulent academic documents to secure victory.
Party insiders also claimed that he leveraged influence and bribery to manipulate results in Rubaga, bypassing legitimate processes.
The tribunal’s decision not only restores confidence in internal party justice but also reconfigures the dynamics of the Kampala mayoral race, placing Kizito at the centre stage as the NRM seeks to retain the capital city ahead of the 2026 polls.
As political watchers now turn to the nomination period, all eyes are on Kizito Moses and how the ruling party will navigate the city’s fiercely competitive electoral
