Amidst a backdrop of mounting discontent within the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) Central Executive Committee (CEC), frustrations reach a boiling point as members voice concerns over the prolonged absence of Chairman President Museveni from crucial meetings.
In a concerning revelation, it has come to light that the NRM CEC has not convened with Chairman Museveni for over two years, sparking discontent among senior party members tasked with charting the party’s course. Recent reports suggest that Chairman Museveni opted to snub a CEC meeting, instead choosing to convene with the NRM Secretariat, a move that has left CEC members feeling sidelined and disconnected from the party’s decision-making process.
The latest blow to CEC morale came as Chairman Museveni bypassed a critical meeting intended to provide guidance on the collaboration between the NRM and PLU, an organization linked to the Chairman’s son. This decision has only exacerbated tensions within the committee, with members expressing frustration over their exclusion from key discussions shaping the party’s future.
Comprised of senior party figures representing diverse regions and special interest groups such as women, the CEC serves as the apex decision-making body within the NRM. However, the absence of Chairman Museveni has significantly hampered the committee’s ability to effectively carry out its mandate.
One of the primary grievances raised by CEC members is the lack of involvement in the formulation of the party’s electoral roadmap, a critical document outlining NRM’s strategy for upcoming elections. Additionally, questions linger over the decision to retain current Parliamentary Commissioners without input from CEC members, further highlighting the disconnect between the leadership and the committee.
As discontent continues to simmer within the NRM CEC, concerns mount over the implications for the party’s cohesion and effectiveness. With Chairman Museveni’s prolonged absence casting a shadow over the committee’s operations, urgent measures may be needed to address the widening rift and restore confidence in the party’s leadership.
