Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president, Dr. Kizza Besigye, has made the decision to retire from his position as a dealer at the Nsambya Total fuel station after more than 27 years of partnership with Total Energies Uganda.
KAMPALA, UGANDA | NOW THEN DIGITAL — Dr. Kizza Besigye, former president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has made a significant career move by stepping away from his role as a dealer at the Nsambya Total fuel station.
After more than 27 years of partnership, Besigye handed over the station to Total Energies Uganda in April.
In a statement shared on Twitter, he expressed gratitude to Total Energies and his loyal customers, emphasizing his decision to retire from the fuel retail business and shift his focus to his political career.
A Farewell to Nsambya Total Station
After a fruitful partnership that lasted over two decades, Dr. Kizza Besigye announced his departure from the Nsambya Total fuel station, bringing an end to his role as a dealer. Besigye’s involvement with the station began 27 years ago when he entered into an agreement with Total Energies Uganda.
However, in a recent tweet, the former presidential candidate revealed that he had handed back the station to Total on April 19, 2023.
After more than 27 yrs of running Nsambya Total Station as a Dealer, I handed back the Station to Total on 19 Apr 2023.
The Station has reopened under a new dealer.
I thank @TotalEnergiesUG for the partnership, while it lasted. I also thank the staff who helped run the Station. pic.twitter.com/rCDCgOVA4g
— Kifefe Kizza-Besigye (@kizzabesigye1) July 14, 2023
Transitioning to Politics
With his fuel retail business behind him, Dr. Besigye expressed his intention to shift his focus entirely to his political career.
He stated, “I have decided to retire from the fuel retail business and focus on my political career.” Besigye’s dedication to politics and his aspirations to make a meaningful impact in the field have led him to make this significant decision.
A Message of Appreciation
Besigye took the opportunity to express his gratitude to Total Energies Uganda for their partnership throughout the years.
He also extended his appreciation to the station’s staff for their valuable contributions and the loyal customers who supported the business. In particular, Besigye acknowledged the customers who stood by him, even during politically challenging times since 2001.
Special thanks are reserved for our wonderful customers for supported the business all these years.
More especially, the customers that continued supporting us from 2001, when I’ve been politically persecuted.
Blessings to all.— Kifefe Kizza-Besigye (@kizzabesigye1) July 14, 2023
Dispelling Ownership Speculations
Over the years, there have been speculations regarding Besigye’s ownership of the Nsambya Total station. However, Besigye clarified that these claims were untrue. He emphasized that the property and all its developments belonged to Total Energies, and he was solely an operator of the business.
I’ve never owned the property; it’s always been Total property. I was only a “Dealer”- operator of the business.
— Kifefe Kizza-Besigye (@kizzabesigye1) July 14, 2023
Additionally, Besigye denied ownership of other properties, including the Equatorial Hotel in Kampala, dismissing such assertions as mere propaganda.
As Dr. Kiiza Besigye closes one chapter of his career in the fuel retail business, he embarks on a new journey focused on his political aspirations.
With his unwavering dedication to making a difference, he aims to contribute to the political landscape of Uganda. As he bids farewell to the Nsambya Total station, Besigye’s supporters eagerly anticipate his future endeavors.
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