President Yoweri Museveni expressed admiration for Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja’s commendable work and visionary leadership during a gathering of district councilors at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi on Thursday. Museveni emphasized that her selection as Prime Minister in 2021 was influenced by her resilience in the face of challenges in her home district.
Museveni disclosed that Nabbanja approached him for support after facing adversity from Kakumiro district leaders. Confronting district leaders over roadblocks set up for tax collection, Nabbanja endured physical harm and came to Museveni with a black eye. In response, Museveni reassured her, drawing a parallel with the hardships endured by historical figures like Jesus.
Highlighting Nabbanja’s dedication since assuming office, Museveni commended her work ethic and cited her initiative to invite councilors to Kyankwanzi for leadership enlightenment. He encouraged councilors to analyze issues thoroughly and expressed gratitude to Nabbanja for providing them with a new perspective.
In 2021, Museveni famously likened Nabbanja’s cabinet to “fishermen.” Defending the cabinet’s perceived lack of experience, he drew parallels with Jesus Christ’s choice of disciples, emphasizing that Jesus opted for individuals like fishermen over highly educated Pharisees, Sadducees, or Levites.
Museveni acknowledged the inclusion of intellectuals in his cabinet, paralleling it to Jesus having disciples like Luke, who was a doctor. In embracing this approach, Museveni asserted that he was following the path of Jesus Christ.
