Common Man's Party Suspends Secretary General Over Misconduct Claims

The Common Man’s Party (CMP) has taken decisive internal action by indefinitely suspending its substantive Secretary General. The decision stems from mounting allegations of substantial misconduct within the political organization, prompting an immediate shakeup at the party’s secretariat.

Formal communication regarding the leadership change was submitted to the Electoral Commission through a notification dated November 5, 2026. The commission’s Security Registry officially received the documents the following day. According to party leadership, the notification complies fully with Section 10(4) of the Political Parties and Organisations Act, Cap 178.

The suspension followed a resolution passed during an Extraordinary National Executive Committee meeting held at the Makerere University Guest House Grounds. Chaired by Party President Munyagwa S. Mubarak, the gathering brought together 14 key party members, including Party Chairman Watentena James and Treasury General Luknago Musa, to deliberate on the disciplinary matters.

To ensure continuity without disruption, the CMP has split the responsibilities of the vacant office between two individuals. Ropan Proscovia takes over as Acting Secretary General focusing on research, while Semmindi Asadullah assumes the role of Acting Secretary General for administration and party liaison. Both appointments took effect immediately following the resolution.

In addition to the personnel changes, the party used the filing to officially reaffirm its registered physical address located on Muteesa I Road in Rubaga Division, Kampala. Certified copies of the meeting minutes and resolutions were attached to the submission to validate the transition for the electoral body. Copies of the formal notification were also shared with the affected former secretary general, the newly appointed leaders, party members, and the Divisional Police Commander of Old Kampala Police Station.

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