The government has not cancelled MTN Nyege Nyege Festival contrary to statements made by the Minister of Ethics and Integrity, Fr. Simon Lokodo.
According to Andrew Mwenda, the Minister does not have the authority to cancel the much-anticipated event.
I can confirm government of Uganda has not stopped MTN Nyege Nyege Festival as Hon. Lokodo has claimed. The Prime Minister told parliament today the minister of internal affairs is the one responsible. I have talked to Hon Jeje Odongo who says he has not stopped the festival
— Andrew M. Mwenda (@AndrewMwenda) September 4, 2018
Just spoken to Internal Affairs Minister Gen. J. J. Odongo, he states #NyegeNyege organizers should go ahead with prepations for their function. Further review meeting involving all stakeholders is scheduled for 10.00am 2moro @UgandaMediaCent @ubctvuganda @nbstv @ntvuganda
— Ofwono Opondo P’Odel (@OfwonoOpondo) September 4, 2018
Nyege Nyege Festival is scheduled to take place at Nile Discovery beach from Thursday, September 6th to 9th.