President Museveni to Visit Adjumani in May, UPDF Commander Describes Him as “Peace Lover”

Adjumani, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is set to visit Adjumani District in the first week of May 2025, the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced.

The announcement was made by Major General Felix Busizori, the Commander of the 4th Infantry Division, during a security briefing with local leaders and community stakeholders in Adjumani town on Wednesday. Gen Busizori described the President as a "peace lover" and emphasized the importance of unity and stability ahead of the anticipated high-profile visit.

General Felix Busizori, the Commander of the 4th Infantry Division.

"His Excellency President Museveni is coming to engage with the people of Adjumani as part of his ongoing efforts to promote peace, development, and social cohesion across the country," Gen Busizori stated. "We urge the Madi population to remain calm and peaceful as we prepare to receive the President."

The visit is expected to focus on key issues including regional security, development programs, and government interventions aimed at improving livelihoods in the West Nile sub-region. Adjumani, which hosts a large refugee population, has been at the center of several national development initiatives, including refugee integration and infrastructural upgrades.

General Busizori assured residents of tight security arrangements ahead of the visit and called upon all community leaders to cooperate with security agencies to ensure a peaceful and successful presidential tour.

More details regarding the President’s itinerary are expected to be released by State House in the coming days.