EXPOSED!! Shocking Details Leak On Why The Victory Of Tanga Odoi’s Son Was Nullified By NRM Tribunal

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Election Disputes Tribunal has nullified Collins Tanga’s victory as Chairperson of the NRM Youth League. Collins is the son of NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson Dr. Tanga Odoi. The tribunal cited serious irregularities that “substantially affected the result” and ordered a fresh election.

The panel, led by John Musiime alongside members Diana Kasabiiti and Esau Isingoma, found the vote tally unreliable and the record tainted. They ruled that no petitioner could legitimately be declared the winner under such conditions. “The proper remedy is to nullify the election and direct a fresh poll in strict compliance with the Constitution, Regulations, and Guidelines,” the tribunal stated.

In a move that sparked controversy, the tribunal barred Dr. Tanga Odoi from presiding over the new election, citing a clear conflict of interest. They emphasized that the NRM Electoral Commission, as a collective body, could conduct the process without him. The decision responded directly to concerns raised by delegates who questioned the fairness of an election overseen by the candidate’s father.

The disputed election took place on August 27, 2025, when Collins Tanga was declared the winner with 1,567 votes, narrowly defeating Brenda Kiconco, who received 1,355 votes. Protests erupted immediately after the results, with youth delegates alleging bias. Reports also suggested that students from Makerere University, where Collins and his father have influence, were mobilized to sway the vote.

The controversy drew the attention of President Yoweri Museveni, NRM National Chairperson. Museveni called for calm and instructed that the youth elections be canceled and rerun under strict supervision. At the time, the NRM Electoral Commission insisted the election was complete and urged candidates to unite for the party’s agenda. The tribunal’s ruling now appears to validate Museveni’s earlier directive.

For the NRM Youth League, the decision leaves leadership in limbo until a fresh election is held. Analysts warn that the ruling could have broader implications for internal party elections, highlighting the importance of transparency and fairness even within NRM structures.

Observers say the case will test NRM’s ability to resolve internal disputes democratically. How the party manages this process could set a precedent for future elections, especially as youth engagement and political credibility become increasingly critical in Uganda’s political landscape.