JUST IN: Famous NUP Kampala Legislator Announces He Won’t Seek Re-election In 2026

First time legislator Derrick Nyeko of Makindye East in the 11th parliament Hon. Derrick Nyeko has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in the upcoming General Elections.

Nyeko who joined parliament on the NUP ticket made the announcement via his social media pages revealing that after deep reflection, he made the very difficult decision not join the race in 2026.

He didn’t reveal the exact reasons for this decision but has thanked all those who believed and entrusted him to serve them as their Member of parliament in the 11th parliament sitting on the opposition wing.

“I know this decision may not be easy for my team and supporters to receive, especially after our strong belief that we would once again win the Makindye East MP east. However, after deep reflection, i have made the difficult decision not to offer myself for election in the coming polls’- Nyeko said in a statement.

I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to all who have believed in me throughout the years I have been entrusted with leadership. It is with a heart full of joy that I have served you with honour, respect, and a deep commitment never to betray the trust of your vote.

I know this…

— Hon Nyeko Derrick (@NyekoHon) September 2, 2025

Ahead of the General Elections, National Unity Platform the then less than 6 months old political party swept through Central Uganda (Buganda) dominating MP positions and local government levels but the general public believes many of those who came through the wave have dismally performed even in parliament.

Some Lord councilors on NUP ticket in KCCA left the country for greener pastures while the first time Members of parliament like Abubaker Kawalya (Lubaga North), Aloysius Mukasa (Lubaga South), Bashir Kazibwe (Kawempe South) and Derrick Nyeko (Makindye East) have not performed to the voters’ expectations.

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