Meet the 50 Strategists Tasked With Delivering Museveni’s Resounding Win in 2026

As Uganda heads toward the decisive January 15, 2026 presidential elections, a formidable team of 50 influential personalities has been identified and tasked with delivering a resounding victory for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. This elite squad represents a strategic blend of leaders from government, intelligence, security, business, diplomacy, and the National Resistance Movement (NRM), each contributing unique capabilities to the mission.

Drawn from various centers of national influence, these personalities bring together expertise in intelligence gathering, mobilisation, political strategy, grassroots engagement, security management, public communication, and socio-economic mobilization. Their collective responsibility is to consolidate support across Uganda, reinforce the NRM’s nationwide structures, and safeguard the electoral process.

Below is a detailed look at the 50 personalities, presented in alphabetical order as compiled. 

1. IGP Abas Byakagaba

Inspector General of Police, tasked with ensuring a peaceful electoral environment where campaigns proceed safely and lawfully.

2. Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among

Speaker of Parliament and head of the National Taskforce, known for investing personal resources into NRM mobilisation and rallying grassroots structures.

3. Hon. Arinaitwe Katambuka Rwakajara

NRM Workers League Chairperson, responsible for mobilizing workers and promoting unity behind President Museveni.

4. Major Arthur Mugenyi

Director General of Internal Security Organization (ISO), leading intelligence operations crucial for national stability.

5. Hon. Asiimwe Jonard

Vice Chairperson of West Central Executive Committee, mobilizing support in the western region with a target of 80% vote share.

6. Hon. Balaam Barugahara

Minister of State for Youth & Children Affairs, engaging youth with energy, creativity, and resource-backed mobilisation.

7. Hon. Busingye Penina Kabingani

Vice Chairperson, NRM Elders League, mobilizing elders and strengthening inter-generational political cohesion.

8. Col. Chris Sseruyange Ddamulira

SFC Intelligence Director, a discreet but highly reliable source of strategic intelligence for the President.

9. Hon. David Calvin Echodu

Vice Chairperson of East NRM Central Executive Committee, influential in Eastern Uganda and internationally connected.

10. Major David Mugisha

Commander of Special Forces Command (SFC), responsible for the President’s personal security during campaigns. 

11. Gen. Ddamulira Christopher

Head of Crime Intelligence, instrumental in mobilizing youth from informal settlements and combating organized crime.

12. Mr. Edwin Karugire

Senior Partner at K&K Advocates and presidential son-in-law, playing key behind-the-scenes strategic roles.

13. Major Emma Kutesa

State House special duties officer focused on urban political operations and ghetto mobilization.

14. Hon. Evelyn Anite

Minister of State for Investment, a major mobilizer in West Nile and industrial zones.

15. Hajji Faruk Kirunda

Special Presidential Assistant for Press & Mobilization, key in youth and women engagement, particularly in Busoga.

16. Ms. Gloria Asio Omaswa

Principal Private Secretary to the President, ensuring effective daily coordination of presidential engagements.

17. Hon. Hamson Denis Obua

Vice Chairperson North Central Executive Committee, leading northern Uganda mobilisation.

18. Hajji Hassan Basajjabalaba

NRM Entrepreneurs League Chairman, mobilizing the business community nationwide.

19. Hajat Neham Madina

Director of Finance & Administration for NRM, famed for her intense grassroots mobilisation in West Nile.

20. Haji Moses Kigongo

NRM National Vice Chairman, providing high-level guidance to party leaders across the country.

21. Hellen Seku Commissioner,

National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps—mobilizing schools and promoting patriotism.

22. H.E. Jessica Alupo

Vice President of Uganda, influential in Teso and key in foreign and diplomatic engagements.

23. Mrs. Janet Anyine

Deputy Director General of ESO, responsible for gathering important foreign intelligence.

24. Hon. Jane Barekye

State House Comptroller, leading youth industrial zonal clubs and extensive grassroots campaigns.

25. Amb. Joseph Ocwet

Director-General of ESO, overseeing foreign intelligence collection and diaspora perception management.

26. Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka

Attorney General and architect of Buganda for Museveni mobilization strategy.

27. Mrs. Kobusingye Adrine

NRM Women League Chairperson, coordinating women through strong leadership networks.

28. Hon. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo

Vice Chairperson of Central Executive Committee, energizing Buganda’s mobilization structures.

29. Hon. Lokii John Baptist

Karamoja Central Executive Committee Vice Chairperson, ensuring strong regional support.

30. Mr. Moses Byaruhanga

Senior Presidential Advisor for Political Mobilization and architect of the 2026–2031 NRM manifesto.

31. Lt. Moses Mushabe

Vice Chairperson of NRM/A Veterans League, rallying veterans to support the President.

32. Gen. Moses Rwakitarate Bukama

Coordinator of National Vital Assets & Strategic Installations, securing key national institutions. 

33. Rt. Hon. Kadaga Rebecca Alitwala

Former Speaker of Parliament, leading mobilisation in Busoga. 

34. Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba

Chief of Defence Forces, ensuring military professionalism and stability.

35. Hajji Mwanje Shafiq

Chairperson of NRM League for Persons with Disabilities, promoting inclusive mobilisation.

36. AIGP Mwesigwa Frank

Director of Operations, maintaining order at rallies and ensuring police professionalism.

37. Hajat Namyalo Hadijja

Head of ONC and leader of Bazzukulu Movement, safeguarding votes at polling stations nationwide.

38. Hon. Namayanja Rose

NRM Deputy Secretary General, strong in Greater Mukono mobilisation.

39. H.E. Nekesa Barbara Oundo

NRM National Treasurer, a strong force in Bukedi and Busia District.

40. Hon. Odrek Rwabwogo

PACEID Chairman, senior presidential advisor, and media visibility strategist for state leadership.

41. Hon. Bagiire Vincent Waiswa

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, coordinating diaspora and strategic diplomatic engagement.

42. Hajat Amina Mukalazi

Head of State House Local Content Unit, organizing mobilizers under SACCOs and boosting economic empowerment.

43. Hon. Peter Ogwang

Minister of State for Sports, major mobilizer in Teso and the football fraternity. 

44. Gen. Proscovia Nalweyiso

Senior presidential military adviser, commanding both civilian and military mobilisation efforts.

45. Maj. Gen. Richard Otto

Chief of Defence Intelligence & Security, ensuring the nation’s protection from threats.

46. Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong

NRM Secretary General, ensuring readiness of all NRM flag bearers and managing presidential rallies.

47. Hon. Rosemary Nansubuga Seninde

NRM Director of Mobilization, responsible for energizing the NRM voter base.

48. Hon. Dr. Ruth S. Nankabirwa

Minister of Energy, instrumental in Museveni for Buganda mobilization and church engagement.

49. General Salim Saleh

Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, a critical figure in state strategy and poverty alleviation.

50. Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa

Deputy Speaker of Parliament and a major youth mobilizer, particularly in Kigezi.

Source: Public Opinions