Politics 4 May 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
NRM Leaders Call Urgent Caucus Meeting Before Sovereignty Bill Debate
The ruling NRM party has summoned all its MPs to a mandatory special meeting tomorrow morning to align positions ahead of tabling the controversial Sovereignty Bill in Parliament. The session aims to enforce party discipline and resolve any internal disagreements before the afternoon plenary. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/nrm-mps-summoned-for-special-meeting-ahead-of-sovereignty-bill-tabling-5447038
Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua has called for an urgent special meeting of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus. Scheduled for 9:30am in the Conference Hall at the Office of the President, attendance is mandatory for all ruling party legislators.
The notice, dated May 4, highlights the need to address ‘business of the day’ and reminds MPs of the 2pm plenary session. Sources indicate the key focus is preparing a united front for the Sovereignty Bill, set to be tabled later that afternoon.
The bill has sparked intense national discussion. Supporters see it as vital for safeguarding Uganda’s interests, while opponents worry about its effects on foreign ties.
By holding the caucus shortly before the debate, NRM leaders seek to maintain discipline and quash any dissent. The notice was shared with top figures including President Yoweri Museveni, Vice President Jessica Alupo, Prime Minister Robina Nabbanja, and NRM Secretary General Richard Todwong.
With NRM’s strong majority in Parliament, a cohesive stance typically ensures government bills pass easily. Observers will watch if full consensus is reached on this divisive legislation.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)