Author: Okello Patrick

WAPU Distributes Scholastic Materials to Blind Pupils in Kitgum, High Turnout Reported February, 20/2026|Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM In Kitgum Municipality, the Women’s Association for the Physically Unimpaired (WAPU) strengthened inclusive education efforts by delivering braille materials to blind pupils. Throughout the past week, Women’s Association for the Physically Unimpaired volunteers visited several

Lightning Strike Kills Teacher, Injures 16 Pupils in Oyam District. February, 18/2026|Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM A devastating lightning strike has claimed the life of a teacher and injured sixteen pupils at a primary school in Oyam District, sending shockwaves across the community and leaving residents in deep grief. Meanwhile, the tragedy unfolded

Tension Rises In Kitgum Municipality As Traders Protest Against New Lincese Fees. February, 18, 2026. Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Kitgum,Northern Uganda|Tension escalated in Kitgum Municipality on Tuesday as more than 86 traders staged a peaceful protest against newly introduced trading license fees. Earlier in the morning, traders from different sections of the

NUTOFA Acquires Tractors to Boost Nwoya Farmers February, 17, 2026 Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Nwoya, Uganda; Northern Uganda Tractor Owners, Operators, Mechanics and Farmers SACCO (NUTOFA) has intensified efforts to mechanize agriculture with plans to acquire three tractors to support farmers in Nwoya District. Accordingly, the initiative aims to ease persistent land

50-Year-Old Woman Dies After Alleged Assault Over UGX 7,000 Maize Debt in Kwania February 17, 2026 Okello Patrick Kwania, Uganda | The territorial Police in Kwania District are investigating a murder case following the death of a 50-year-old woman died in Kwania District after an alleged assault reportedly triggered by

Kitgum LC5 Chairperson Highlights District Priorities at Janani Luwum Commemoration Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM During the 49th commemoration of Archbishop Janani Luwum at Mucwini Ceremonial Grounds, Kitgum leaders renewed calls for accelerated district transformation. While presenting the district status report, LC5 Chairperson Christopher Arwai Obol outlined urgent priorities shaping Kitgum’s

Archbishop Kazimba Urges President Museveni to Pardon More Prisoners at Janani Luwum Commemoration Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, has called on President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to extend further presidential pardons to prisoners as the nation marks the

Dokolo CAO Interdicts Sub County Chief Over Alleged Fund Mismanagement Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Dokolo,Uganda; In a decisive action, Dokolo District Chief Administrative Officer Oryono Granfield Omonda interdicted Adeknino Sub County Chief Obote Jimmy over alleged fund mismanagement. Earlier, Omonda issued the February 5, 2026 letter after months of audits

Lamwo Education Stakeholders To Convene On Sector Performance And 2026 Planning Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Lamwo,Uganda; Lamwo District Education Department has organized a high-level stakeholders’ meeting to evaluate sector performance and plan strategic priorities for 2026. Specifically, officials scheduled the meeting for Friday, February 13, 2026, to strengthen coordination among

Lango Diocese to Hold Historic Public Lecture in Honor of Archbishop Janani Luwum Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Lira,Uganda; Meanwhile, the Diocese of Lango has announced a landmark public lecture to honor Janani Jakalia Luwum during his 49th memorial commemoration in Lira City. Additionally, the lecture will take place on February

Lamwo District to Introduce Performance Agreements for Head Teachers Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Lamwo,Uganda;Lamwo District will roll out performance agreements with head teachers across all government primary schools to improve academic outcomes and address persistent underperformance in national examinations. The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Lamwo, Chuna Moses Kapolon, said

Kitgum High School Discontinues 60 Students Over Indiscipline, Poor Performance. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Kitgum, Uganda; In a decisive move, Kitgum High School has discontinued 60 students over indiscipline and poor academic performance this term amid ongoing crackdown. According to Head-teacher Christopher Opoka, administrators made the decision after a thorough

UPDF Armored Division Commander Major General Deus Sande Passes On. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is mourning the sudden death of Major General Deus Sande, the Armored Division Commander based in Masaka. Earlier today, Major General Deus Sande died in Mpigi District while traveling to

Police Probe Deadly Bus Accident That Killed Three Family Members in Arua District Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Police in Arua District have opened investigations into a fatal bus accident that killed three people at Odianyadri Trading Centre. Accordingly, the road crash involved a Link Bus, registration number UBJ 736Z, which

Uganda Launches Nationwide Newborn Screening for Sickle Cell Disease. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Meanwhile, Uganda on Tuesday launched a nationwide newborn screening programme for sickle cell disease, signaling a shift in national health priorities. Additionally, the Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary, Dr Diana Atwine, officiated the launch at a ceremony

Hon. Aol Betty Ocan Joins Pilgrims In Gulu City To Commemorate St. Janani Luwum Day. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Meanwhile, Christians across Uganda gathered to commemorate St. Janani Luwum Day, honoring a martyr whose courage shaped the nation’s faith history. Notably, in Gulu City, the annual remembrance gained deeper meaning

Lamwo District Awaits Thousands of Coffee Seedlings as 400 Farmers Gear Up for Planting Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Meanwhile, Lamwo District expects to receive thousands of coffee seedlings during the first rainy season, according to District Chairperson Oyet Sisto Ocen. Additionally, the district plans to distribute the seedlings to at

UNICEF Lamwo Coordinator Urges Youth to Put Computer Skills into Practice Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Meanwhile, the UNICEF Centre Coordinator for Lamwo District has urged youth graduates to actively practice computer skills gained during a recent training programme. Specifically, Oweka George delivered the message while addressing beneficiaries during a post-training

Bus Crashes Near Luwero Avoiding Head-On Collision, Several Injured Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM A Y.Y. Bus Services vehicle, registration UBF 807D, en route to Arua, crashed near Luwero on Sunday Morning at 12:30am-1:00am around midnight along the Kampala highway. Eyewitnesses said the driver swerved to avoid a head-on collision with