National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) has named Hon. John Baptist Nambeshe as the new Acting President of the party, succeeding Dr. Lina Zedriga Waru.In a statement posted on X on Saturday, Kyagulanyi thanked Dr. Waru for her service and announced the leadership transition.For four months, Dr. Lina Zedriga Waru has been acting President of our Party. During this period, she has steered the party well and kept the revolution alive. We're all very grateful for her dedication and service. As her tenure comes to an end, I am pleased to announce that… pic.twitter.com/q5iKGd86S0— BOBI WINE (@HEBobiwine) July 18, 2026“For four months, Dr. Lina Zedriga Waru has been acting President of our Party. During this period, she has steered the party well and kept the revolution alive. We’re all very grateful for her dedication and service,” Kyagulanyi wrote.He added: “As her tenure comes to an end, I am pleased to announce that Hon. John Baptist Nambeshe, Deputy President Eastern Region, will be taking over as acting President of the National Unity Platform. I wish him well and request all leaders and comrades to accord him the necessary support.”The appointment comes as Kyagulanyi is out of the country.Nambeshe, the Member of Parliament for Manjiya County and NUP’s Deputy President for the Eastern Region, has previously held the acting role on several occasions.Party supporters have welcomed the move, describing the handover as smooth and orderly.Many expressed gratitude to Dr. Waru for her contributions while pledging support to the new acting president.The development highlights ongoing organisational activities within NUP following the recent general elections.The post Bobi Wine Fires Dr. Lina Zedriga, Appoints Nambeshe New Acting President appeared first on The Insider.