UgandaMember of ParliamentNational Unity PlatformKampala District · Makindye EastMember of Parliament
Derrick Nyeko
Profile
Derrick Nyeko is a Ugandan politician and farmer currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Makindye East in the 11th Parliament of Uganda (2021–2026). A member of the National Unity Platform (NUP), he previously held positions as the Shadow Minister for Presidency and Security and Shadow Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs. Nyeko began his political career in youth council leadership before transitioning from the ruling National Resistance Movement to the opposition in protest of presidential age limit extensions. He is known for his advocacy within the People Power, Our Power movement and his active role in opposition politics.
Details
- Born
- 1992 · 34 years old
- Birth place
- Nsambya Hospital, Kampala, Uganda
- Education
- Ebenezer Primary School, St. Peter’s Secondary School Nsambya, St. Mary’s College Lugazi, Kampala Film School
- Career
- Farmer, Secretary of Student Affairs in the Uganda Youth Council, Youth Councilor for Makindye Urban Council
