KAMPALA, Uganda – June 15, 2026: The Chief of Defence Forces and Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced a major reshuffle within the leadership of the organization.
In a series of posts published on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Gen. Muhoozi named Hon. Fadil Twala, the PLU Coordinator for the Sebei Sub-Region, as the new General Secretary of the Patriotic League of Uganda. Twala replaces Hon. Daudi Kabanda, who has served in the position for the past three years.
Gen. Muhoozi praised Kabanda for his contribution to the organization, describing his tenure as exemplary and noting that he had set a high standard for future office holders.
“I thank Hon. Daudi Kabanda for his dedicated service as General Secretary over the last three years. He set a very high standard for the office,” Gen. Muhoozi stated.
As part of the transition, Mr. Michael Nuwagira, the PLU National Vice Chairman, has been directed to organize a formal handover ceremony between the outgoing and incoming General Secretaries.
New Central Committee Appointments
The PLU chairman also announced several appointments to the organization’s Central Committee.
Among the notable appointments are Rt. Hon. Oboth Oboth and Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, who have been named members of the Central Committee and designated as Gen. Muhoozi’s special envoys to Parliament.
In addition, Mr. Kwame Ruyondo has been appointed the Central Committee representative for NRA historicals.
Other new members appointed to the Central Committee include:
- Hon. Frank Tumwebaze
- Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka
- Mr. Hussein Kashillingi
- Mr. Alan Kasujja
Despite leaving the General Secretary position, Hon. Daudi Kabanda will remain part of the Central Committee.
Regional Leadership Retained and Expanded
The reshuffle also saw confirmations and new appointments in regional leadership positions.
Hon. Balaam Barugahara retains his position as Vice Chairman for the Western Region, while Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka has been appointed Vice Chairman for the Buganda Region.
The changes are expected to strengthen the organization’s leadership structure as PLU continues to expand its activities and political mobilization efforts across the country.
The Patriotic League of Uganda has grown significantly in recent years, attracting a broad membership base and increasing its presence in national political and community affairs.
