The first Uganda National Rescue Front was formed to oppose Milton Obote during his second term (1980-1985) as president of Uganda.
After the fall of Obote in July 1984/5, over 1000 of the UNRF joined Yoweri Museveni's government.Luwero Moses Ali held a large number and variety of positions in Museveni's government, including Minister of Tourism and Wildlife , and Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport.