VP Ssekandi's mother turns 100

Apr 22, 2016

Vice President Edward Ssekandi attributes his successes in life to his mother.

Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi has attributed his successes in life to his mother who, according to him, always offered guidance and urged him to recite the Holy Rosary whenever faced with challenges.

The Ugandan leader added that his mother emphasized to all her children about the importance of protecting their integrity as well as the family name, which virtues have been pivotal in his life.

Ssekandi was speaking at an event to celebrate 100 years of his mother, Nabukalu Virigo Kiwanuka ‘s life at Stallion Hotel in Busega.

The function was preceded by a Holy Mass led by Rev. Fr. Joseph Kimbugwe of Busega Catholic Parish church.

 Here, Ssekandi serves his mother cake at the function. (Courtesy photo)


The VP thanked God for the continued life of his mother who has seen fourth-generations of grand-children, and also paid gratitude to the doctors and nurses who have played a significant role in keeping his elderly mother healthy.

Ssekandi also thanked his family members, especially the grand children, for organizing the fete, which has been a great honour for their grandmother.

Close family friends led by Bukoto East MP Nsubuga Birekerawo hailed Ssekandi for his humility, which they attributed to his unique upbringing by his mother.

Rev. Father Joseph Kimbugwe said that it is biblical to mark anniversaries and thank God for the gift of life. He said that people in advanced age must be treated cautiously since they have short tempers like for children and could end up annoying the people who tend to them.

Morgan Rosco Bonna, a grandson of ‘Jjajja Nabukalu', and now a Botswana resident, described her as a true princess of Bulegeya who always welcomes all types of people.

Nabukalu was born to Mzee Mwabazi Alex and Thecla Nakalema in 1916 April 17 and got married to the late Alex Kiwanuka Majwega with whom they produced children.

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