By ONC Media Desk
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs and Manager of the Office of the National Chairman – NRM (ONC), Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, has reaffirmed President Museveni’s commitment to empowering faith-based leaders and their followers through government-backed wealth creation programs.
Hajjat Namyalo was the guest of honor at the Leaders and Pastors Empowerment Summit held at Dynamite Church in Bukoto on Wednesday afternoon. The summit, organized by the Reformed Generation of Pastors & Preachers Association (RGPPA), brought together religious leaders from Kampala and surrounding areas to discuss economic empowerment and self-sustainability within faith communities.
Speaking to the congregation, Hajjat Namyalo emphasized the principles of Musevenomics, a wealth-creation ideology championed by President Yoweri Museveni. She urged faith leaders to embrace government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga, which are designed to uplift communities and drive economic transformation in line with the NRM Party Manifesto.
“The church plays a key role in shaping society, and economic empowerment should be part of that mission. We are ready to support pastors and their followers through initiatives that promote self-reliance and sustainable development,” Hajjat Namyalo stated.
“As the Office of the National Chairman, under President Museveni Jajja Wabazzukulu, we will work hand in hand with the Apostle to deliver equipment to you, the Bazzukulu, so that you can empower yourselves by becoming self-employed and entering the money economy,” she added.
As the country heads into the busy 2026 election period, Hajjat Namyalo urged believers to be mindful of the leaders they vote into power at various levels, from local councils to parliament, as these decisions directly impact service delivery at the grassroots.
“Some leaders are either not aligned with the ruling government or do not care about service delivery. My advice to you is, do not allow yourselves to be manipulated with handouts in exchange for votes,” she remarked, urging believers to support Minister for Kampala, Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, who is aspiring to become the Member of Parliament for Kampala Central Division.
Minister Kabanda, who also graced the summit as a special guest, encouraged pastoral leaders and Bazzukulu believers to balance their church schedules with their daily work so they can actively participate in government programs aimed at socio-economic transformation.
“Yes, you come to church, but after your prayers, go and work. This is how you’ll be able to provide for yourselves,” Hajjat Kabanda noted. “Programs like Emyooga, PDM, and now the GROW project are designed to benefit you.”
She pledged to return with trainers from the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC), where such funds are disbursed, to educate church members on how to access these financial resources.
Minister Kabanda concluded her speech by officially announcing her bid for the Kampala Central MP seat on the NRM ticket, a position currently held by Hon. Muhammad Nsereko. She urged church members to rally behind her in reclaiming the city under the NRM government to ensure better service delivery at the grassroots level.
Support for Local Entrepreneurs
Upon arrival, Hajjat Namyalo was warmly welcomed by Apostle Benson Kayondo, the lead pastor and President of RGPPA. He took her on a tour of an exhibition showcasing handmade crafts—including handbags, shoes, and kitengi clothing—created by believers as part of their income-generating activities.
In a show of support, Hajjat Namyalo purchased several items and donated them to the Bazzukulu, encouraging local artisans to take advantage of government programs to expand their businesses.
The Pastors’ Summit concluded with prayers led by faith leaders for NRM political aspirants, including Kizito Moses Nsubuga (aspiring Lord Mayor for Kampala City), Herbert Anderson Burora (aspiring Nakawa West MP), and Hajjat Minsa Kabanda (aspiring Kampala Central MP), seeking divine intervention for their success in the 2026 elections.
The event marked yet another milestone in Namyalo’s ONC efforts to bridge the gap between faith-based institutions and economic empowerment initiatives, reinforcing the government’s commitment to inclusive development.
