16TH FDC NATIONAL COUNCIL MEETING

Yesterday, the 28th of July 2023, a special sitting of the National Council gathered at the FDC headquarters in Najjanankumbi. This special sitting was convened to address matters concerning the party’s future and receive a report from the committee of elders.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Courtesy Photo.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Courtesy Photo

During the 15th National Council meeting held on the 24th and 25th of November 2022, allegations of “dirty money” had arisen, prompting the council to establish an Elders Committee tasked with resolving the dispute.

Subsequently, in a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on the 12th of May 2023, under Min 2:12052023, a Committee comprising seven elders was approved to handle this task.

The members of the Committee included:-

1. Mr. Charles Makaru

2. Mr. Joe Emusu Ediegu

3. Mama Tiko Martha Ondoga

4. Mr. Kasozi Robinson

5. Dr. Frank Nabwiso

6. Mr. Mukalazi Kibuka

7. Mr. Tugume Stanley Katembeya

The committee also constituted of a legal adviser Counsel Tugume Moses (an advocate of the High Court and all Subordinate Courts) and Counsel Kayanja Thomas to serve as the Secretary to the Committee.

A report presented to council members and after deliberations, it was put to a vote and adopted with the following recommendations:

1. The need for reconciliation among party members.

2. The importance of fostering tolerance within the party to promote unity and understanding among members.

3. The encouragement of grooming and supporting young leaders within the party, ensuring a strong future leadership.

4. The consideration of amending the party’s constitution to address any shortcomings and improve its effectiveness.

5. Addressing the absence of an organogram for the party, which is essential for organizational structure and efficiency.

6. Exploring the development of alliances with other political parties to strengthen the party’s position and influence.

7. The necessity of creating a detailed history of the FDC, likely to preserve the party’s legacy and principles.

Furthermore, the National Council resolved that the ongoing party structure elections should proceed as planned. Any districts that have not conducted their elections were urged to collaborate with the party electoral commission to determine a suitable timeline for holding their elections.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Courtesy Photo.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Courtesy Photo

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.

Council members commended the great work done by the elders committee and agreed that any differences should be handled within the party.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Delegates attending  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Hon.Yusuf Nsibambi talking to Journalists  after  the 16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Hon. Kaps Fungaroo with Hon.Akello Franca during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Hon. Kaps Fungaroo with Hon.Akello Franca during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Hon. Kaps Fungaroo is seen during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

Hon. Kaps Fungaroo is chatting with another delegate  during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

 

(L-R):Hon. Betty Aol Ochan, Hon.Akello Franca  and another  delegate during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

(L-R):Hon. Betty Aol Ochan, Hon.Akello Franca  and another  delegate during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.

:Hon.  Dr.Frank Nabwiso  during the  16th FDC National Council Meeting.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.