By Leilah Bbaale
The Bagungu Clan Council has elected their cultural leader, known as “Muttebbengwa.”
The Bagungu, who have been pushing for the formation of their independent cultural institution known as “Buttebbengwa Bwa Bugungu,” elected Norman Lukumu as their cultural leader; Thomas Basaswaki was elected speaker; and Bonny Mukungi was elected deputy speaker.
The trio was elected during the clan council meeting held on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Oil Land Hotel in Buliisa Town Council Buliisa district.
Kasangaki Yokisani, a clan council member, suggested that Lukumu be elected as the cultural leader for Bagungu, which was unanimously agreed upon by all clan council members.
In his brief speech, Lukumu , who happens to be the former Prime Minister for Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom, said that after being trusted by the Bagungu, he will serve diligently and promote peace and unity among the people of Bugungu.
Lukumu , who is also the Chairperson of the Bugungu Cultural Revival Association (BUCRA), which spearheaded the formation of an independent cultural institution for the Bagungu, said that he is committed to serving and developing the oil-rich Bugungu.
