“Even If You Can’t Walk Or Talk, We Still Want You As Our MP” Adjumani People Reject Age Concerns, Rally Behind Gen Moses Ali

The people of Adjumani West have once again voiced their deep and unwavering loyalty to their longtime Member of Parliament, General Moses Ali. Despite ongoing national conversations about his age and health, residents of the district insist they want him to continue representing them in Parliament. Recent statements from local supporters have stirred strong reactions across Uganda, especially two powerful declarations: “Even if you can’t walk or talk, we still want you as our MP,” and, “It’s you we want as our MP—whether you can’t walk or talk, it does not matter. We only want you.”

These statements reflect the profound connection between Moses Ali and the people of Adjumani. For many, he is more than just a political leader—he is a symbol of stability, progress, and a legacy of service. Over the decades, he has consistently delivered on development, represented their voices at the national level, and earned the respect of generations. In Adjumani, his contributions far outweigh concerns about age or physical limitations. To them, leadership is not measured by one’s physical strength, but by dedication, experience, and results.

While critics from other parts of the country have called for his retirement, citing the need to give younger leaders a chance, the people of Adjumani have rejected these arguments outright. Many residents feel outsiders have no business deciding who should represent their district. Their message is clear and direct—Moses Ali has served them well, and if he chooses to stand again, they will vote for him with pride. One resident summed up the feeling on the ground: “We know what he has done for us. Let others talk. He’s our choice.”

In fact, frustration is growing in the district over what is seen as undue interference from people who are not part of their community. The loyalty to Moses Ali runs deep, and any attempts to question his continued leadership are met with resistance. “Don’t poke your nose in Moses Ali’s issues if you don’t come from Adjumani,” said one supporter, expressing the strong sentiment that only the people of Adjumani have the right to choose their representative.

As Uganda moves closer to the next general election, the determination of Adjumani residents has never been clearer. They are ready to stand by their MP, just as he has stood by them for so many years. Whether or not General Moses Ali decides to run again, one thing remains certain—the love and respect his people have for him are unshaken. In their eyes, he is not just a politician but a servant of the people, and to them, he remains their one and only choice.