NEC FC lands sh200m sponsorship deal with OPPEIN
The partnership, announced on Sunday, October 6, at OPPEIN’s head office in Lugogo along Jinja Road, was witnessed by several high-ranking army officers, led by Lt. Gen. James Mugira, the General Manager of the National Enterprises Corporation (NEC), who served as chief guest.
Lt. General James Mugira (left) joins OPPEIN Managing Director Sherry Shi (Namutebi) at the launch of the NEC FC jersey held at the CHINT building on Jinja Road, October 6, 2025. Standing from second left are NEC FC players Mustafa Kizza, Paul Mucureezi, and team captain Marvin Kavuma.
Despite bowing out of continental competition, NEC FC has reason to celebrate after securing a sh200m partnership with OPPEIN, an international homes and living furniture company based in Uganda.
The partnership, announced on Monday, October 6, at OPPEIN’s head office in Lugogo along Jinja Road, was witnessed by several high-ranking army officers, led by Lt. Gen. James Mugira, the General Manager of the National Enterprises Corporation (NEC), who served as chief guest.
Also in attendance were Eng. Brian Buhanda, General Manager of NEC Construction Works and Engineering and Chairman of NEC FC; Maj. Edgar Akankwasa, General Manager of NEC and Vice Chairman of NEC FC; Eng. Simon Terwane, General Manager of NEC Agro; Rtd. Col. John Kagwisa, General Manager of NEC Farm Katonga; Brig. Gen. Moses Mwesigwa, General Manager of NEC Security Services; NEC FC CEO Jonathan Okortum; OPPEIN brand ambassador Crystal Newman; and Mary Nansasira, NEC’s Head of Marketing and Export.
Lt. General James Mugira (second left) joins OPPEIN Managing Director Sherry Shi (Namutebi, second right) at the launch of the NEC FC jersey held at the CHINT building on Jinja Road, October 6, 2025.PHOTO: Silvano Kibuuka
Lt. Gen. Mugira officially unveiled the new NEC FC kit, which now bears OPPEIN as the front-chest main sponsor for an unspecified period, according to Eng. Buhanda and OPPEIN Managing Director Sherry Shi, also known as Namutebi.
He commended OPPEIN and CHINT for partnering with NEC in what he described as a mutually beneficial relationship, and praised the club’s management and players for their impressive performance in both domestic and continental competitions.
“Clubs worldwide depend on sponsors who help build strong teams. This is a win–win situation as we advertise your products. Your outstanding performances at regional, national, and international levels have attracted such big sponsors. We are proud to be a winning club, and we won’t let you down,” Lt. Gen. Mugira said.
Lt. General James Mugira signs the NEC FC jersey during the launch of the NEC–OPPEIN sponsorship deal on October 6 at the CHINT building along Jinja Road, as OPPEIN Managing Director Sherry Shi (Namutebi) looks on. Photo: Silvano Kibuuka
He called for continued collaboration between NEC and its new partners, and lauded head coach Hussein Mbalangu and his players for their good form.
Lt. Gen. Mugira further thanked OPPEIN for their significant investment in Uganda and encouraged them to invite more investors to the country.
“I have toured your operations and thank you for supporting the Buy Uganda Build Uganda (BUBU) initiative. We look forward to seeing more products made locally, especially as the Kilembe Copper Mines are being revamped, which will allow you to source raw materials from within Uganda,” he noted.
During the event, NEC FC players Marvin Kavuma (captain), Mustafa Kizza, and Paul Mucureezi showcased the new home, away, and training kits.
OPPEIN Managing Director Sherry Shi thanked NEC for the partnership and pledged to strengthen the relationship further.
Coach Hussein Mbalangu urged fans to support the team by purchasing official NEC jerseys, which will now be sold exclusively at the OPPEIN showroom.