Finally! Besigye, Lukwago Register New Party; Reveal Name, Symbol & Colors

by Swift Daily NewsAugust 27, 2024

By Frank Kamuntu

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga Road faction has filed paperwork with the Electoral Commission to register a new political party dubbed People’s Front For Freedom (PPF).

This move follows the faction’s earlier declaration to dissolve the FDC and establish a fresh political entity.

The decision to form the PFF emerged from a high-energy delegates’ conference held at the FDC’s Katonga headquarters.

 

The Katonga faction President Erias Lukwago articulated frustrations with the Electoral Commission, accusing it of bias toward the Najjanankumbi faction, which he claims has been acting against the interests of the broader party membership.

 

Lukwago’s presentation included three main proposals: the formation of a new political party, the dissolution of the FDC in line with the party’s constitution, and an extension of the current leadership’s tenure to oversee these transitions.

Despite facing internal resistance, the majority of the Katonga faction’s delegates backed these proposals.

Lukwago reassured members of their determination to continue their fight for what they believe is rightful representation and leadership, declaring,

“We are committed to fighting on and will not be deterred by those who oppose our vision.”

He also invited former National Resistance Army (NRA) fighters to join their cause, emphasizing that the new party would prioritize national reconciliation, transparency, and inclusive leadership.

In a statement, Oboi denounced the Katonga faction’s actions, claiming that the conference was illegitimate and its resolutions null and void. He cited a court order that purportedly barred Birigwa and his followers from organizing such a conference, making any decisions arising from it legally questionable.

Oboi argued that only the leadership at Najjanankumbi, under Chairman Hon. Jack Sabiiti, had the authority to dissolve the party according to the FDC’s constitution.

He dismissed the Katonga faction’s attempts as mere “clownish posturing” and emphasized that the Najjanankumbi faction continues to operate as the legitimate representatives of the FDC.

The Najjanankumbi faction also addressed the formation of the PFF, asserting that while individuals have the constitutional right to form new political entities, the creation of such a party by the Katonga faction would be seen as another attempt to disrupt the FDC’s legitimate operations.