Thousands of supporters clad in bright yellow filled Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City yesterday as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) hosted a grand thanksgiving and victory celebration marking the party’s 40 years of leadership and triumph in various electoral positions across the country.
The vibrant event, described in photos and posts shared widely on Facebook by NRM supporters and community groups, saw a massive turnout of party faithful chanting and waving flags.
Key Leaders and Special Guests Grace the NRM Occasion
The thanksgiving celebration was graced by several prominent leaders and public figures including:
- Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, Secretary General of the NRM
- Hon. Lillian Aber, Woman MP of Kitgum
- Hon. Acire Julius Labeja, Mayor of Gulu City
- General Otema Awany, top military official
…and other dignitaries, local leaders, and community representatives.
NRM celebrations at Kaunda grounds
These leaders addressed the jubilant crowd, emphasizing unity, peace, and progress. Their speeches reflected on the party’s achievements over the last four decades, including increased infrastructure development, socio-economic programs, and political stability across Uganda.
Celebrations Highlight Cultural and Entertainment Performances
Adding to the electric atmosphere, the celebration featured high-energy performances by popular artists such as Jose Chameleone, Jenneth Prisca, and Judas Rap Knowledge, among others leaving attendees energized and united in celebration.
Music echoed across the grounds, blending patriotic fervor with contemporary entertainment, and showcasing Uganda’s rich cultural spirit.
Community Engagement and National Pride
Social media posts captured attendees from all walks of life, including women, youth, and families, celebrating not just political victory but national pride and community solidarity. Videos and images shared from the event showed colorful traditional wear, joyous dancing, and collective chants supporting NRM’s vision for Uganda.
Why This Celebration Matters
Founded in 1986, the National Resistance Movement has been Uganda’s ruling political party for 40 years, shaping the country’s political landscape and development agenda across multiple sectors. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Resistance_Movement
Events like the Kaunda Grounds celebration in Gulu City serve both as a political milestone and a demonstration of unity among supporters, reinforcing the movement’s long-standing presence in Uganda’s governance and public life.
