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Sixteen candidates nominated for Deputy Speaker of Parliament, including opposition-backed Asinansi Nyakato

Election Related Verified Uganda (national) 23 May 2026 Severity: 1/5

NTV Uganda reports that sixteen candidates, including outgoing Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, were nominated for the Deputy Speaker position. Asinansi Nyakato, endorsed by the opposition, said she would work to restore Parliament's independence if elected.

A national event, not tied to one district.

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