In what is a new twist and stunning political move that has left the National Resistance Movement (NRM) honchos shaken, emerging young city tycoon and media mogul Hakim Kyeswa has thrown his hat into the ring, declaring his candidacy for the coveted position of Vice Chairperson for Buganda.
Fondly called “Team Leader” by peers, his announcement has sent ripples through the ruling party, causing a storm of confusion, intrigue, and, dare we say, panic among seasoned political veterans who were gearing up to take the post that makes one a powerful CEC member.
CEC is the party’s top decision making organ.
Kyeswa, known for his humble but assetive persona and rising influence in business and media, has long been seen as a fresh, ambitious force in Uganda’s political landscape considering his participation in youth politics. However, his decision to vie for such a powerful and strategic position within NRM has taken many by surprise. With a reputation for defying convention, the young businessman is challenging the old guard in a contest that could very well shake the foundation of the party in Buganda.
Sources within the party have described the atmosphere as “electrifying” with senior NRM officials visibly rattled by Kyeswa’s sudden entry.
An anonymous insider claimed that “some old-timers are now frequenting shrines, hoping to boost their chances in the face of Kyeswa’s formidable rise.” This desperate scramble for spiritual and supernatural support has added an eerie undertone to the internal race, indicating that the party’s powerhouses might not feel as invincible as they once thought.
But what has truly rattled the feathers of the NRM establishment in Central is not just Kyeswa’s age or his unorthodox political approach, but his uncanny ability to attract massive attention and support, particularly among the younger generation. His blend of business acumen and media savvy has catapulted him into the limelight, with supporters rallying around his promises of change, growth, and progress for Buganda and beyond.
“Nothing for us without us,” is what Kyeswa has chosen as his slogan to drive the campaign.
“I am here to shake things up,” Kyeswa roared.
“The old ways aren’t working anymore. It’s time for a new vision, one that speaks to the aspirations of the people, not just the elites.”
Veterans who have dominated the NRM corridors of power for years are now scrambling to reassess their strategies.
“They are frequenting bufunda sweating and scratching their heads,” a source revealed.
Some fear that Kyeswa’s growing popularity could upend the status quo, while others are reportedly consulting with political diviners.
