Bulambuli Constituency Member of Parliament, Hon. Biara Emmanuel Wepukhulu, has joined the rest of the country in mourning the death of Rt. Hon. Gen. Moses Ali, one of Uganda’s longest-serving political and military leaders. Gen. Moses Ali passed away on Saturday at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala at the age of 87 after being hospitalized for several days. While officials confirmed he had been receiving treatment, the exact cause of his death had not been publicly disclosed at the time of his passing.
Born on April 5, 1939, in Adjumani District, Gen. Moses Ali dedicated more than five decades of his life to serving Uganda. He was a lawyer, retired military officer, freedom fighter, and veteran politician who held several senior government positions, including First Deputy Prime Minister, Second Deputy Prime Minister, and Member of Parliament for Adjumani West. Throughout his career, he played a significant role in Uganda’s political, security, and peace-building efforts.
In his condolence message, Hon. Wepukhulu said he received the news of Gen. Moses Ali’s passing with deep sadness. He described the late leader as a distinguished patriot, freedom fighter, and one of Uganda’s most experienced statesmen whose contribution to the nation will never be forgotten.
The Bulambuli legislator extended his heartfelt condolences to the people of West Nile, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) fraternity, the family and friends of the late Gen. Moses Ali, and all Ugandans mourning his loss. He noted that the country has lost a leader who devoted his life to serving the nation with commitment and dedication.
Hon. Wepukhulu praised Gen. Moses Ali for his wisdom, resilience, and unwavering commitment to promoting peace, stability, and national development. He said the veteran leader’s life and service would continue to inspire the current generation and future leaders to serve Uganda with patriotism and integrity.
He also called on Ugandans to celebrate the remarkable life and achievements of Gen. Moses Ali, saying his legacy of selfless service will remain part of the country’s history for many years to come.
Hon. Wepukhulu concluded by praying that Almighty God grants strength and comfort to the bereaved family during this difficult period and eternal rest to the soul of the late Gen. Moses Ali.
The passing of Gen. Moses Ali marks the end of an era in Uganda’s political history, but his legacy as a patriot, statesman, and servant of the people will continue to inspire generations.
