By Naome Namusoke/ Ronald Kabuubi/ KMA Updates
The Electoral Commission (EC) has confirmed the nomination of eight candidates who will contest in the January 2026 presidential elections.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi arrives with his dear Wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at the Electoral Commission for Presidential nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi arrives with his dear Wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at the Electoral Commission for Presidential nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Members of the Media are seen covering Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi with his dear wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi as they arrive at the Electoral Commission during Presidential nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi arrives with his dear wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at the Electoral Commission for Presidential Nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi arrives with his dear Wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at the Electoral Commission for Presidential Nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi arrives with his dear Wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at the Electoral Commission for Presidential Nominations 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi addresses the media at the Electoral Commission after being nominated for President 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulany’s officials arrive at the Electoral Commision 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
A portrait of Uganda’s leading Opposition leader and NUP President Mr.Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi is seen on an Umbrella shortly after being Nominated at the Electoral Commission for President 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Former Army Chief and President of Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) General Mugisha Muntu with his entourage shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision for President.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Byabakama noted that the candidates’ names will officially appear on the ballot paper for the upcoming polls scheduled for January 2026, marking the start of a heated campaign season.
In his remarks, the EC Chairperson reminded all aspirants to adhere to electoral laws and ensure that their supporters conduct themselves responsibly during the campaign period. He emphasized that campaigns should be peaceful, orderly, and within the confines of the law.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party being led to Speak to the Media with his entourage shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision for President.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party Speaks to the Media with his entourage shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision for President.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party receives his Security detail shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision for President.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party receives his Security detail shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision for President.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party (not in the Picture) receives his Security detail shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party (not in the Picture) receives his Security detail shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision Officials .Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Mubarak Munyagwa,President of Common Man’s Party leaves with his entourage shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision Officials.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Electoral Commission Officials led by their Chairman Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi are seen going to handover a Security Car to Mubarak Munyagwa the,President of Common Man’s Party shortly after being nominated by Electoral Commision.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
“We urge candidates to guide their supporters to avoid acts that may disrupt public order. Campaign rallies should not be conducted on public roads, in schools, hospitals, or other areas that may inconvenience Ugandans in their daily lives,” Byabakama stated.
Frank Bulira Kabinga of the Revolutionary People’s Party together with his entourage greet Electoral Commission Officials before being handed Security detail plus a Vehicle at the Electoral Commission after being nominated for President 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Frank Bulira Kabinga of the Revolutionary People’s Party addresses the media at Electoral Commission after being nominated for President 24th September,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Electoral Commission Officials take a group Photo at the end of the Nomination Exercise Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The EC has also tasked candidates and their agents to cooperate with security agencies and local authorities in organizing campaign activities to prevent violence and safeguard the integrity of the electoral process.
The confirmation of the eight aspirants signals the official start of the campaign trail, which is expected to dominate the national agenda as Uganda prepares to elect its next leader in early 2026.