Summary:
- Kalangala Robert received a total of 1,333 votes, while his closest rival, Mwunvaneza Amos, garnered 1,184 votes, resulting in a margin of 149 votes.
KISORO: Kalangala Robert has been re-elected as the Chairperson of Kisoro United Boda Boda Operators (KUBO) in a highly contested election held at Shaza Playground in Kisoro Municipality.
Kalangala Robert received a total of 1,333 votes, while his closest rival, Mwunvaneza Amos, garnered 1,184 votes, resulting in a margin of 149 votes. The results were announced by Nkurunziza Wilber, KUBO’s Electoral Chairperson, on Wednesday.
In another key result, Batamukoraho Baker was re-elected as General Secretary of KUBO after decisively defeating his two competitors. Batamukoraho received 801 votes, with Mbonye Fred securing 219 votes and the incumbent General Secretary, Ndayishimye Derrick, trailing with only 40 votes.
Sibomana Ronald was announced as the new Vice Chairperson with 803 votes, defeating the incumbent Ngendahimana George, who received 105 votes. The position of KUBO Treasurer Secretary was uncontested, with Nsega Bright retaining the role.
Irimaso Gilbert, also known as Musanza, was declared the winner for the Information role after a highly contested election. Irimaso received 1,307 votes, surpassing the incumbent. The election was rerun twice due to allegations of malpractices in the initial rounds. Serubeni Michael received 732 votes. In the position of Defense, Sendakize Milton, also known as Mill, emerged victorious with 940 votes, defeating Mukiiza Julius, who received 233 votes.
In his remarks, KUBO Electoral Chairperson Nkurunziza Wilber thanked the members for participating in the election process peacefully and exercising their right to choose their leaders.
Following the elections, Kalangala Robert expressed his gratitude to the members for their continued support and pledged to be a proactive leader. He promised to consult with members before making decisions on behalf of KUBO.
Cue Kalangala……on reelecting him……RR//
Similarly, newly elected General Secretary Batamukoraho Baker thanked the boda boda riders for voting him back into office. He acknowledged the humbling experience of being out of leadership for two years and committed to serving all members equally.
Cue in Batamukoraho……on electing him……RR//
Other newly elected leaders also pledged to diligently serve their members. Kisoro District Traffic Police Officer ASP Michael Kushaba, who was present at the event, urged the elected boda boda leaders to work respectfully for their members. He also cautioned riders to adhere to road rules and regulations to reduce the rate of accidents.
Cue in Michael…..on respecting members…..RR//
ASP Kushaba advised riders to obtain a riding permit, noting that the cost has been reduced by order of President Museveni.
Cue in Kushaba……on permits…RR//
