The National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially rejoined the Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD) after signing a new MoU under a revised law requiring all parties with MPs to participate. NUP Secretary-General David Lewis Rubongoya said the move was reluctant and legally driven, emphasizing that it doesn’t signify a shift in the party’s principles. The decision also follows financial struggles as government funding is now tied to IPOD membership.

Fik Fameica says his loyalty belongs to Bobi Wine’s NUP and insists he won’t take “yellow money” to perform for rival parties.

Saudah Madaada’s political dream faces a setback after NUP endorses Eva Kyazike for Kampala Central councillor seat in the 2026 elections.

NUP’s top leadership has stepped in to resolve growing tension between Hon. Shamim Malende and Councillor Zaharah Luyirika, the two women vying for the Kampala Woman MP flag.

Minister Balaam Barugahara claims NUP stole 2 million Museveni votes in 2021, accusing the party of electoral fraud. He vows the 2026 polls will be secured with biometric systems to prevent vote tampering.

Hon Medard Ssegona has opened up about his controversial support for Hon Mathias Mpuuga amid NUP’s vetting process. He revealed that he openly told party president Bobi Wine that he couldn’t condemn Mpuuga because he believed he did nothing wrong. Despite his visit to the launch of Mpuuga’s new party, Ssegona says his loyalty to NUP remains unchanged and insists internal disagreements shouldn’t be mistaken for disloyalty.

Hon Ssegona urges understanding as NUP shifts its vetting strategy ahead of 2026, citing legal challenges with the party’s constitution.

Maurice Mukiibi resigns from BBS TV after 10 years to run against NUP’s Gorreth Namugga in Mawogola South, backed by Mathias Mpuuga’s Democratic Front.

Hon. Mubarak Munyagwa has revealed he declined an offer from Bobi Wine to become deputy president of NUP, choosing instead to form his own party.

Justice Minister Norbert Mao has called on all political parties—especially NUP—to rejoin IPOD, emphasizing dialogue over financial incentives.

As the National Unity Platform turns five, we explore how the party rose from Kamwokya streets to Uganda’s top opposition, and the cracks showing within.

Kampala Woman MP Shamim Malende says she’s past the stage of fighting for a political ticket, citing loyalty to Bobi Wine and service to Ugandans.