Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential aspirant Nathan Nandala Mafabi has officially launched his campaign, pledging to transform Uganda’s economy and guarantee financial stability for citizens. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday morning before his nomination at the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters in Lweza, Nandala emphasized that he comes into the race with a spirit of unity. “I come with no hatred. We are entering this election with no antagonism toward anyone,” he said.
He acknowledged President Museveni’s long rule, remarking, “President Museveni has ruled for 40 years and we thank him, but he can’t move on.” Nandala insisted that Ugandans can now entrust him with steering the country toward socio-economic transformation and improved livelihoods.
Challenging his opposition rivals, he singled out Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda. “Lukwago wanted to be the President but he sees himself as a Lord Mayor. I would be happy to see him or Ssemujju on the ballot standing for the Presidency,” he said, urging them to join the race instead of staying on the sidelines.
At 9:30 a.m., the FDC team escorted Nandala to Lweza, where the EC successfully nominated him. He was assigned a presidential vehicle, security detail, and a copy of the national voters’ register, officially setting his campaign in motion. Under his slogan “Fixing the Economy, Money in Your Pockets,” Nandala pledged sweeping reforms to improve incomes and financial stability. “Vote for me and your pockets will never run dry,” he promised, positioning economic revival as the centerpiece of his bid.
He added, “I am standing to fix the economy. When President Museveni came, he said he wanted to fix security. Now security is done—I have come to fix the economy.”
Reflecting on the 2021 elections, Nandala condemned the militarization of politics, recalling how the FDC’s candidate was arrested and even nominated without shoes. He called for fairness and equal security for all candidates during campaigns, saying Ugandans deserve a peaceful and credible process.
Nandala also vowed to confront Uganda’s pressing challenges: corruption, poverty, ballooning debt, poor governance, and weaknesses in agriculture, health, and education. His commitment, he said, is to deliver practical solutions that uplift ordinary citizens.
Later today, he will address his first rally at Kampala Playground in Butabika Parish, Nakawa Division. Supporters are eager to hear his message of economic revival, fairness, and inclusive leadership, which is expected to define the tone of his campaign.
