ONC Brings Ramadan Relief to Fasting Muslims in Wakiso, Underlines Unity and Empowerment

Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo extending relief items to fasting muslims

In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity with the Muslim community during Ramadan, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, Manager of the Office of the NRM National Chairman (ONC), led a major relief distribution campaign across Wakiso District on Wednesday. The initiative aimed to support fasting Muslims by providing essential food supplies to those in need during the holy month.

The distribution campaign began at Masjid Katangawuzi in Nansana, then continued to Masjid Taqwa in Kakiri, and concluded at Masjid Saeed Al Majdour in Kasangati, with large quantities of staple foods such as rice, posho, spaghetti, sugar, beans, cooking oil, and milk being handed out.

This distribution fulfilled a promise made by Hajjat Namyalo during an Iftar dinner at Hotel Africana on Monday, where she reaffirmed President Museveni’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities across the country, particularly during Ramadan.

At each mosque, Hajjat Namyalo spoke about the values of unity, discipline, and spirituality, urging the Muslim community to carry the lessons of Ramadan into their daily lives. “I wish the calmness, humility, and good behavior displayed during fasting could be maintained year-round. It would help create a more stable society,” she said. “Let’s use this time to seek forgiveness from Allah and from anyone we may have wronged.”

Hajjat Namyalo also assured the community that the support was a special contribution from President Museveni, referring to it as a gesture of care from “Jajja Kaguta Museveni” to help the Bazzukulu, particularly those in need.

Many recipients expressed deep gratitude for the timely support. Abdul, one of the beneficiaries, shared his relief: “This is a blessing. We didn’t know what we would break our fast with tonight, but thanks to President Museveni and ONC, we now have enough to sustain our families.”

Shamim Nakawooya, a single mother of four from Masjid Taqwa in Kakiri, also thanked the ONC for the assistance. “This food package came at a time when I was struggling to provide for my children. May Allah bless Jajja Museveni and Hajjat Namyalo for thinking about us,” she said with emotion.

In addition to the Ramadan support, Hajjat Namyalo announced that President Museveni would soon visit Wakiso District, specifically Kasangati Division, to deliver a public lecture on wealth creation. “The President will teach us how to fight poverty through wealth creation. ONC is focused on self-empowerment, but that alone is not enough. Let’s all turn up in large numbers for this important event,” she encouraged the community.

Hajjat Namyalo also took the opportunity to remind the Bazzukulu to be discerning when choosing their leaders. “A leader who only enriches themselves without considering your needs is not the right one for you. Let’s avoid the mistakes of the 2021 elections and vote wisely,” she advised.

The ONC’s Ramadan relief initiative will continue in other areas within the Kampala Metropolitan region and beyond, ensuring that more Muslim communities receive both immediate support and long-term empowerment through economic initiatives.