
Uganda's Minister for the Presidency, Babirye Milly Babalanda, praised the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, for his efforts to equip Busoga youth with skills. Babalanda, who is also MP for Budiope West, spoke on Wednesday during Budiope Gabula Day celebrations at Kitaidhumbwa Primary School in Buyende District. According to The Scribe, the colourful event drew thousands of Basoga, kingdom officials, district leaders and government officials.
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