At 8:30am, Monday December 30, 2024, the body of the late Budaka Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Hajjat Nusura Nabukalu, who tragically lost her life in a road accident on December 29, 2024, arrived at her home in Wanyana Village, Bugembe, Jinja City.
The mood was overwhelmingly somber as hundreds of residents, friends, and relatives gathered to mourn the loss of a beloved public servant.
Nabukalu, a passionate, calm, and genuine friend, was well-known not only for her exceptional public service but also for her warmth and dedication to the National Resistance Movement (NRM). As news of her death spread, people from all walks of life gathered at her home to pay their respects and honor her life.
“It is truly heartbreaking,” said one of her long-time friends, Aisha Ndugwa. “Nusura was not just a colleague or a leader, she was a friend. She had this rare ability to connect with people from all backgrounds. Her calm demeanor, combined with her passionate drive to uplift others, made her a beacon of hope in this community.”
Trevor Solomon Baleke, the Deputy RDC of Kayunga and Nabukalu’s friend described her a genuine friend.
“Her smile was genuine. She never pretended or wished others bad. She loved guiding and lifting others,” said Baleke.
Another close friend, Hassan Muwanguzi, who had worked alongside Nabukalu in various community projects, described her as a person with an unshakable commitment to the NRM. “Nusura was an incredible mobilizer. She didn’t just talk the talk; she walked the walk. Whenever there was a challenge, she was always the first one to step up and bring people together, whether it was for a political cause or for the welfare of the people. Her loss is a blow not just to her family but to the entire NRM.”
Family members, including her younger brother, Salim Lutaaya, also expressed their deep grief. “I have lost a sister, a mentor, and a friend,” he said, his voice choked with emotion. “Nusura was always there for me, offering guidance and support. She worked tirelessly for the betterment of her community and for the ideals of the NRM. She was a true example of service.”
The community has continued to share stories of Nabukalu’s dedication to both her family and her country, remembering her for her humility, focus, and genuine care for the people she served. Many recalled her calm nature, even in the face of adversity, and her unwavering belief in unity and progress.
“Nusura’s death is not just a personal loss for her family and friends, but a loss for the entire nation,” said Majid Dhikusooka, the Resident District Commissioner of Palisa.
“Her commitment to the NRM and her unwavering support for President Museveni’s vision of a united and prosperous Uganda was evident in every action she took. She was a leader who inspired those around her.”
As her body was brought home, the residents of Bugembe and beyond gathered to pay their final respects. In the coming hours, they will prepare for her burial, set for later today, where many will bid farewell to a leader, friend, and sister who touched the hearts of all who knew her.
