Mukono, Uganda — Tragedy has struck Mukono Municipality following the shocking death of Andrew Ssenyonga, a prominent National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary aspirant and former LC5 Chairperson, after a violent confrontation allegedly involving police officers.
According to preliminary reports, Ssenyonga was severely beaten during a scuffle at Mukono Police Station under circumstances that remain unclear. He was initially rushed by relatives and supporters to Mukono Church of Uganda Hospital for emergency treatment, before being transferred to Mengo Hospital in Kampala as his condition worsened. Later, he was moved to another private facility, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Ssenyonga had recently declared his intention to contest for the NRM flag in Mukono Municipality ahead of the 2026 general elections, positioning himself as a strong contender to unseat opposition MP Betty Nambooze of the National Unity Platform (NUP).
His sudden death has sparked outrage, grief, and political uncertainty in the constituency. Many residents and party supporters are demanding answers and accountability from law enforcement, as calls for calm echo across the district.
The police are yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident, while local leaders and human rights activists have urged for an independent investigation into the circumstances leading to Ssenyonga’s death.
As the community reels from the loss of a prominent political figure, the NRM party faces renewed pressure to address internal tensions and ensure justice for one of its own.
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