President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has granted permanent ownership to the residents of Greater Kasokoso, bringing an end to a land dispute that has spanned more than two decades.

The 400-acre piece of land in question has been in dispute with the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC) for over 20 years.

In a clear directive, the President instructed that the residents be allowed to develop and live freely on the land they currently occupy.

The President’s message, delivered on Sunday, January 4tth, 2026, by Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja during a community meeting.

Nabbanja relayed that Museveni made the decision after reviewing concerns raised by locals during Parish Development Model (PDM) tours in November 2025.

According to President Museveni, the government resolved that the residents should not be evicted but instead be granted individual land titles to ensure security of tenure.

He also directed that the area be planned and developed with essential infrastructure such as roads, hospitals, and water supply systems to meet the needs of the growing population.

“No evictions of the occupants should take place,” the President stated.

The President commended local NRM leaders, especially Umar Muyanja, the party Chairperson for Kira Municipality, for bringing the matter to his attention, noting that timely communication had led to swift action.

Museveni criticized opposition leaders for neglecting the welfare of their constituents, and fostering division along tribal, religious, and other sectarian lines.

He urged the people of Kasokoso-Kiganda to unite under the NRM for sustainable development and prosperity.

“The opposition groups are not concerned about prescribing the cure for poverty or illegal evictions. Please reject these ideologically bankrupt groups and work with the NRM government to secure your interests – education, health care, clean water, and good roads,” he urged.

He also encouraged residents to embrace government wealth creation initiatives such as the Parish Development Model and Emyooga to strengthen household incomes and create jobs.

The directive offers relief to thousands of families who have faced uncertainty over land ownership and development in the area. It marks what could be the final resolution to one of the country’s most prolonged land disputes involving a public housing agency and local residents.