The Bushenyi–Ishaka Municipality Member of Parliament-elect, Hajji Iddi Basajjabalaba, has declared his candidature for the position of Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda for the 2026–2031 term.
The position of Deputy Speaker is currently held by Thomas Tayebwa, the Member of Parliament for Ruhinda North County in Mitooma District.
Tayebwa has served in this role since March 25, 2022, after being elected by fellow legislators to the 11th Parliament, succeeding Anita Among, who ascended to the office of Speaker following the death of Speaker Jacob Oulanyah.
In an appreciation message to the electorate of Bushenyi–Ishaka Municipality for entrusting him with the parliamentary mandate during the January 15, 2026 elections, Hajji Basajjabalaba, on Tuesday, formally announced his intention to contest for the Deputy Speakership.
He pledged to offer resolute and principled leadership anchored in humility, honesty, inclusivity, constitutionalism, and an unwavering commitment to advancing the aspirations of the people of Uganda
