Mwesigye Fred Isanga son of historical Isanga Edward who marks 107 years said he is happy that Uganda has celebrated the 39th NRM Liberation Day today.
He also said this week his father has also made 107 years and they are happy that NRM government has delivered peace and prosperity liberating Ugandans from the past brutal governments.
Isanga Edward who made 107 this week is alive and his wife and children.
Kyambogo village
Mwesigye also is very grateful to God that his father has lived this long to enjoy the fruits of his labour to the NRA struggle.
He (Mwesigye) is contesting for Nakaseke North MP seat on NRM ticket in the next elections.
He said he had come in to consolidate the NRM party and government gains and also to fight evils such as land grabbing and also to fight poverty by mobilizing locals to take advantage of government development programs.
“My father Isanga Edward and our family supported the liberation struggle during the 1980’s bush war in Luwero.
Muzee Isanga Edward was awarded his medals in 2010 by the President of Republic of Uganda, President Yoweri Museveni.
Mwesigye said that during 1986 bush war his father supported and gave over 100 cows to the rebels and volunteered information to the NRA rebels.
“I have also been strong and loyal cadre of NRM Mobilization team for the last 20 years and a chief Mobilizer for PLU. It will be great if the people of Nakaseke district vote me to Parliament in the next elections” he said.
“I wish the people of Nakaseke district and all Ugandans a Happy Liberation Day, we celebrate freedom, unity, and the victory of the human spirit. We are truly thankful to the Lord for the great gift of liberty. We also remember and honor the brave men and women who ensured and continue to safeguard this freedom”
Uganda’s liberation struggle Summarized;
- Sparked by a disputed 1980 election
- NRA started with only 27 guns
- Women played key roles as fighters, medics & spies
- Fighters funded the war themselves
- Innovative tactics like “Panda Gari” were used
- Neighboring countries provided support
- Mobile health units treated wounded fighters & civilians
- The war lasted 5 years (1981-1986)
- NRA captured Kampala on Jan 29, 1986
