King Saha absent from UMA presidential candidates debate

Despite confirming his attendance through WhatsApp, the "Biri Biri" was no a show on the D-day leaving Cindy Sanyu and Lord Bitemu to tussle it out.

Cindy Sanyu presidential candidate UMA Pulse

All efforts to get in touch with Saha were in vain as he ignored calls and messages alike. It was rumoured that he was performing at a wedding ceremony.

Saha Pulse

“Saha is one of the top contenders in this upcoming election and set a bad precedent for not showing up. Communication is key in our line of business,” said Bina Baibe, the moderator of the debate.

King Saha's major concern is vote rigging due to holding vote casting online and the obscurity surrounding the voters' register.

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“COVID-19 ended. We can use a ballot. Why not? I will tell my people to boycott the elections if they can’t use the ballot,” he said in an interview.

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However, the association's Electoral Commission Committee took Saha's complaints under consideration and postponed the elections for two weeks. The association explained that this will give them time to educate involved parties on the whole process and rectify misunderstandings.

Manisul Ssemanda UMA presidential candidate Pulse

Apart from his disagreements, Saha said that he is ready to cooperate with the ruling government for the benefit of musicians. Earlier in the campaign period, he explained that political differences would not interfere with executing his duties and obligations.

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"Do not be threatened by people telling you that if you vote King Saha the government will not help you. We are organized and have proper structures so the government will work with us," he said.

King Saha is a member of the National Unity Platform (NUP).