‘NRM Leaders Turning into Mercenaries" Opondo Criticizes Mass Transportation of Voters in Kawempe

In a statement, Ofwono Opondo, a well-known political commentator, sharply criticized the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for allegedly ferrying people to Kawempe as part of their campaign efforts.

According to Opondo, this move by some NRM leaders shows a lack of respect for the people of Kawempe, implying that the area doesn't have enough residents to support the political party.

“Have you noticed that @NRMOnline continues to ferry people? Some NRM leaders have become mercenaries, ferrying people as if Kawempe didn't have people already,” Ofwono Opondo said, calling out the practice in a tweet.

His words struck a chord with many Ugandans, who have been observing this growing trend in political campaigns, especially during election seasons.

Opondo's comment suggests that such practices are disrespectful to the voters in Kawempe, implying that local residents are not capable of supporting the party on their own.

He argues that it is misleading for political parties to bring in outsiders, claiming it undermines the integrity of the democratic process.

While the NRM has not directly responded to Opondo’s tweet, many of their supporters continue to defend the practice.

They argue that transporting people to political events is a common tactic in Uganda’s political scene and is used to ensure the party’s message reaches as many voters as possible.

Some have also pointed out that Kawempe, like many other areas, has a significant number of supporters who need to be mobilized for various campaigns and rallies.

However, critics of the NRM have said that this tactic leads to the manipulation of votes and gives an unfair advantage to political parties with greater resources.

They believe that such actions make it harder for smaller parties to compete fairly during elections.

Opondo’s remarks have sparked a larger conversation about the integrity of the electoral process in Uganda.

Many people are questioning the role of money, transportation, and other resources in shaping election outcomes.

The criticism has also fueled further discussions about how political campaigns should be run, with many calling for more transparency and fairness in the process.

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