Two independent candidates withdraw from Kibale County MP race at NRM reconciliation meeting in Kamwenge

According to Nile Post, two of the seven independent candidates nominated for the Kibale County parliamentary seat, Elaijah Naturinda and Moses Bakesiga, announced they were stepping down in favour of NRM flag bearer Cathbert Abigaba Mirembe. The announcement came at an NRM reconciliation and harmonisation meeting chaired by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa and NRM Western Region Vice Chairperson Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki. Other independents said they would consult supporters, one said he would stay in the race, and four did not attend.