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Guild Leadership Dissolved, Caretaker Government Constituted

Simon Peter Nashonji by Simon Peter Nashonji
August 30, 2023
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The 2022/2023 Guild government has been dissolved today paving way for the caretaker government.

By invoking powers vested upon the University Secretary under Article 15 Section (I) of the Nkumba University Students’ Guild Constitution, Professor Francis Kasekende dissolved the Guild Government.

The dissolution occurred during a session held at the Language Room today, August 30th, 2023 to usher in a caretaker government ahead of the Guild elections scheduled for September .

Guild Government pauses for a photo together with the Univerdity Secretary and the Dean of students shortly after the dissolution.



Professor Kasekende referred to the same article to appoint a caretaker government. “By Article 15 section(I) of the Guild constitution, I hereby appoint a Caretaker Government”

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The new Government will serve for the period between the commencement of campaigns and the inauguration of the president for the year 2023/2024.”



The caretaker government will include the Guild President as the Fountain of honor, the Vice President, the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, the Prime Minister, the Attorney General, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, the Minister of Information, the Minister of Finance, and the Campus Affairs Minister.



The Guild President expressed gratitude to his team for their diligent service to the student body.”I want to thank my team for the work weldone and the university management for giving us the opportunity to serve. ”



He further acknowledged the inevitability of this transition and encouraged the caretaker government to continue prioritizing student needs, ” I knew this day would come, change of power signals peacefully transition, I implore transition Governemnt to ensure service delivery to the students. “



Dean of Students Mr. Christopher Kimuli used the same platform to congratulate the newly established caretaker government and underscored the importance of focusing on student welfare over personal interests.

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According to the Guild constitution, the disbandment of the government mandates the establishment of a caretaker government.



Yesterday, Parliament vetted electoral commissioners, and on the same day, the Electoral Commission was enacted, chaired by Andweneho Auther, the former guild presidential candidate.



Today, the enacted Electoral Commission convened to outline the election roadmap, which is expected to be unveiled tomorrow.

Cabinet Ministers During the Dissolution session



Nkumba University Students will be going to the polls on September 9th to vote for their new leaders.

As the political sphere heats up, NUP has already endorsed Masaasizi Nicklas, President of the School of Social Sciences Society, while Ruhinda Wilberforce from the Law School secured the NRM ticket.

Fridah Kebirungi and Kangave Ignitious Musaazi are set to run as independent candidates.

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Simon Peter Nashonji

Simon Peter Nashonji

Nashonji Simon Peter is a results-driven leader and versatile communications expert with a proven track record of excellence in journalism, public relations, and team management. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Public Relations, a Diploma in Journalism, and a Certificate in Counselling Psychology from Nkumba University. Currently, he is pursuing a Master's degree in Public Relations and Strategic Communication at Nkumba University. Nashonji's journalism career spans over five years. With a notable debut at Chimp Reports in 2018, Nashonji has authored and published over 500 articles on business trends, politics, health, sports, and the environment. To hone his craft, he volunteered as Editor of Nkumba University's News Website in 2022, a position he still holds. In 2023, Nashonji was selected among three students to represent Nkumba University at the year-long 2023 Media Challenge Fellowship, where he served as President of the cohort. Same year, he joined the Editorial team of Ubuntu Magazine, a Rotary District 9214 (Uganda and Tanzania) monthly news product. He is currently the Assistant Public Relations Officer at Nkumba University, President, Airforce S.S.S Alumni Association, and at the same time President, Samia Student's Association of Nkumba University. He is also a member of the Board of Governors at Airforce Senior Secondary School, his alma mater. Prior to his current roles, Nashonji accumulated valuable experience in management, having served as Supervisor at Crane Cafeteria (2019-2021), Restaurant General Manager at Pizza Hut Uganda (2016-2017), and Operations Manager at Corinya (U) Ltd (2010-2015). Nashonji also served as President of the Rotaract Club of Rubaga in the 2014-2015 Rotary year. Under his leadership, the club made a significant contribution of $1,000 to the Rotary Foundation. Still in Rotary circles, he played a key role in the establishment of the Rotaract Club of Entebbe Airport in 2012 and the Rotaract Club of Nkumba Stewards in 2015. A native of Buhauli village-Busia District, Nashonji is driven by the adage, "Opportunities multiply as they are seized and only dwindle when neglected."    

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