ONC’s Chief Muzzukulu Backs Geosteady’s Valentine Concert, Rallies Youth Support

By Gad Masereka

As anticipation builds ahead of Valentine’s Day, singer Hassan Kigozi, better known as Geosteady, is positioning his upcoming concert as more than a night of love ballads. For the celebrated vocalist, the show represents a public return, a statement of resilience and a fresh chapter after a difficult period away from the spotlight.

On Thursday, Geosteady met Senior Presidential Advisor on Political Affairs and Manager of the Office of the National Chairman, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, at the ONC offices, where discussions centred on the concert and the broader role of music in inspiring young people. The meeting culminated in a joint media address that blended entertainment with a message of renewal and youth empowerment.

Standing before reporters, the Owooma hitmaker spoke with visible emotion about his journey back to the stage following rehabilitation for drug related struggles. He described the forthcoming concert as a defining personal milestone.

“I am grateful for a second chance. This concert means everything to me. I promise my fans a stellar performance. I will sing all my songs, and it will be one of the greatest performances of my life,” he said, adding that he feels refreshed, recharged and ready to reclaim his space in the industry.

For an artiste whose smooth vocals once dominated airwaves and wedding playlists alike, the road back has not been without scrutiny. Yet Geosteady appeared determined to shift the narrative from past challenges to future promise.

He credited the Office of the National Chairman, and Hajjat Namyalo in particular, for extending support to youth initiatives and to his concert preparations.

“I want to thank the Office of the National Chairman, and in a special way Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, for supporting the Bazzukulu and even sponsoring their concerts. She has also supported my concert by purchasing a couple of tables, and that encouragement means a lot to me,” he noted.

He went further to praise her outreach to young people, saying she has helped bridge the gap between the youth and national leadership.

Hajjat Namyalo, widely known as Chief Muzzukulu, used the occasion to underscore the economic and social weight of the creative industry. She described music as a livelihood for thousands of young Ugandans and a unifying force in times of political tension.

“Through music, many young people earn a living. It is not just entertainment; it is a source of employment and hope,” she said. “After the elections, Ugandans, especially the Bazzukulu, need moments that bring them together and help them relieve stress. This concert is one such opportunity.”

Her remarks framed the Valentine’s Day event as part of a broader conversation about youth inclusion and opportunity, themes that have increasingly defined engagements between artistes and public offices.

Adding a personal touch to the build up, Geosteady’s former wife, businesswoman Prima Kardashi, publicly rallied support for the show. She called on businesswomen and single mothers to turn up in large numbers, describing the concert as a testament to growth and second chances.

“Let us come out in big numbers and support him. I call upon businesswomen, single mothers, and everyone who believes in growth and second chances to show up for this concert,” she said.

Organised by Abtex Promotions, the Valentine’s Day concert will test whether Geosteady’s fan base remains as loyal as it was during his previous outings.

His 2023 show at Hotel Africana sold out and drew praise for its production quality, while his debut major concert in 2017 at Imperial Royale Hotel marked his formal arrival among Uganda’s leading R and B performers.

With a catalogue that includes crowd favourites such as Owooma, Viola Remake, Tokendeeza, Sembera, Ndiwamululu and Sorayah, Geosteady now steps back into the limelight carrying both the weight of expectation and the promise of redemption.

For fans, the evening may offer romance and nostalgia. For the artiste, it is a stage not just for music, but for reaffirmation.