NRM’s tolerance is the reason Ugandans are not refugees in the world- Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hailed NRM’s tolerance to her opponents saying that it is the reason Ugandans are not refugees in the world.
Museveni who is also the Chairperson of the NRM made the remarks while speaking to the newly elected NRM Members of Parliament at Kyankwanzi National Leadership Institute.
“There are no Ugandan refugees, they are all here. Ugandans are out there abusing me, telling lies about me, but they are here because we are so willing to work even with those that are our enemies,” he said.
The President acknowledged the presence of both Dr. Aate who is now a member of parliament under NRM, stating that it is the good ideology of the NRM that allows them to work with people they never agreed with.
Dr. Aate Sharifah Taban Amin, a granddaughter of President Amin Dada and now Woman Member of Parliament for Koboko District described Museveni as a ‘father’ and ‘grandfather’ she never had
“You are a father. I never saw my grandfather Idi Amin, but in you, I have found a true grandfather. I will continue preaching your message everywhere.” Aate knelt down again, thanked Museveni for his generosity and fatherhood.
“I could not imagine myself walking out of here without thanking you. I am struggling with emotions, I did not prepare a speech to thank you, but I would like to say you are a father, thank you,” she added.
Dr. Aate revealed that President Museveni brought back her family even when her father was a rebel against his government. “You forgave my father who was a rebel, brought us back home, gave us a house, and educated us. I am now a doctor because of you,” she added.
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