Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, has pledged to fight corruption, curb wasteful government expenditure, and improve salaries for teachers, soldiers, and other public servants across Uganda.
Kyagulanyi made the commitment during a series of campaign rallies held in Ngora, Kalaki, Kaberamaido, and Soroti districts, where he addressed hundreds of supporters. He said his administration would prioritize accountability in public service and ensure fair compensation for essential workers.
Addressing supporters in the Teso sub-region, Kyagulanyi said his vision for a new Uganda is achievable if citizens turn out in large numbers to vote. He called on voters to support him in the January 15, 2026 presidential election, arguing that mass participation would usher in meaningful change.
“I want to promise you, the people of Teso, that if you come out in large numbers and vote for me, we shall usher in a new Uganda that serves the people and addresses their issues, rather than wasting tax money on things that do not matter,” Kyagulanyi said.
He outlined plans to redirect government resources toward improving the welfare of citizens, noting that funds currently spent on tear gas, police patrol vehicles, and weaponry would instead be invested in healthcare and public service delivery.
Kyagulanyi said his government would prioritize stocking health facilities with essential medicines, ensuring hospitals have adequate oxygen, and paying teachers and soldiers decent wages.
“Corruption will be history in our new Uganda,” he asserted. Kyagulanyi further emphasized the need for responsible governance, pledging to allocate funds for ambulances, medicines, and other critical healthcare needs instead of using taxpayers’ money to intimidate citizens through excessive military deployment.
He urged his supporters to remain calm and disciplined throughout the election period, warning against acts of violence that could provoke harsh responses from security forces.
“Stand strong with your flag; that sends a powerful message,” Kyagulanyi said, cautioning that stone-throwing could lead to deadly retaliation. “When you throw stones, these people will respond with bullets. The regime will first intimidate you to provoke anger, and then use that as justification for violence.”
Kyagulanyi also appealed for compassion toward soldiers and police officers, noting that they are citizens facing similar hardships. He urged supporters not to target security personnel, emphasizing the importance of maintaining law and order during campaigns and on polling day.
“They are simply being used to carry out orders that are often unjust,” he said.Responding to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s recent remarks that every soldier would be armed with 120 bullets, Kyagulanyi said intimidation would not silence the current generation.
“Museveni, you cannot intimidate this generation as you did our grandfathers. Uganda existed before you, and it will continue to exist long after you,” he said, warning that oppressive leadership often ends in accountability. Kyagulanyi reiterated his pledge to fulfill long-standing promises made to the people of Teso, particularly compensation for livestock lost during past insurgencies.
He said such compensation would be prioritized within the first 100 days of his administration.“You have deceived the people of Teso for too long,” Kyagulanyi said. “I assure you that I will compensate the people of Teso.
”He urged voters to turn up early and observe electoral laws, including maintaining a distance of at least 20 meters from polling stations. Kyagulanyi also encouraged citizens to use their phones and cameras to document events at polling stations and remain vigilant in protecting their votes.
“Guard your vote with vigilance,” he said. Kyagulanyi made a special appeal to motorcycle riders, urging them to escort ballot materials to tally centers in large numbers to prevent tampering.With his next rally scheduled to conclude in Bukedea District, Kyagulanyi continues to mobilize support across the Teso region as the 2026 general elections draw closer.
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