KAMPALA: The National Unity Platform (NUP) has been denied permission to use Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in commemoration of the 4 years anniversary. A letter signed by Kallu Sam the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defense and Veteran Affairs said that this request was not possible.
According to this letter, NUP had sought permission to use the grounds on the 22nd of July to celebrate 4 years since the party was unveiled back in2020. The letter further clarified the reason on why these grounds would not be available to the party.
According to Kallu Sam, the infrastructural developments taking place there are the reasons why the venue won’t be available to the Bobi Wine led party. It’s not clear if they will now look for another venue.
Here is the full statement;
We acknowledge receipt of your letter ref: NUP/ADM/061/2024 dated 09th July, 2024 requesting to use Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to Commemorate Four Years since the unveiling of the National Unity Platform scheduled for 22nd July, 2024.
However, due to the ongoing infrastructural development at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, We regret to inform you that the grounds will not be available for your event. You are therefore requested to seek an alternative venue.
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However, it should be noted that these grounds have been used especially by the government in the very recent weeks. The recent function was organized to appreciate President Museveni’s achievements for the time he has ruled the country.
