Hon. Huda Oleru Abason

Huda Abason Oleru, born on December 3rd, 1975, is a Ugandan politician and legislator. She served as the Women Member of Parliament Representative for Yumbe District in the Eighth and Ninth Parliament of Uganda. Initially independent, she is now affiliated with the National Resistance Movement political party. Additionally, she has also held the position of Minister of State for Veteran Affairs.

Background

Huda Abason Oleru was born to Ayub Adiga and Drakai Khadija, in Pania village, Kophi sub-county, Yumbe district. She attended Limidia Primary School before proceeding to Yumbe Secondary School. Later on, she joined Mvara Secondary School. After completing her secondary education, Huda pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration at the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU). Subsequently, she obtained a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Management before venturing into politics.

Leadership

Prior to joining politics, Huda Abason Oleru worked as a teacher at Aringa Primary School and also served as the secretary for the youth of Romogi sub-county. In 1996, she was appointed as the National Resistance Council Youth general secretary in Romogi Sub-county. From 1996 to 1998, she worked as a teacher at Limitia Primary School. Between 1998 to 2000, she served as a Community Facilitator with the Community Actor Programme. Later on, from 2000 to 2003, Huda held the position of Investment Chairperson for Lulu sub-county.