Editorial
Former Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, has officially withdrawn from the race for the Speakership of the 12th Parliament.
In a statement released yesterday night, Among said her decision follows wide consultations and deep introspection, aimed at maintaining harmony and clarity within the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party.
She expressed gratitude to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the NRM party, and members of the 11th Parliament for the opportunity to serve as both Deputy Speaker and later Speaker. Among also thanked her family and friends for their unwavering support over the past five years.
Among pledged her full support to any candidates who will be endorsed by the President and the party, and called upon fellow Members of Parliament to do the same in the interest of unity.
She further reaffirmed her commitment to continue serving the country in any capacity assigned by the President and the party.
On the matter of ongoing investigations, Among stated that she will continue to cooperate fully with the relevant state agencies to ensure that all allegations are thoroughly addressed.