Author: Okello Patrick

Opposition MPs Seek Pardon for Political Prisoners in Museveni Meeting. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM MPs Talks Focus on Reconciliation President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday met opposition Members of Parliament at State House Entebbe for reconciliation talks. The closed-door meeting focused on national stability after Uganda’s tense January 2026 general elections.

NUP Deputy President Lina Zedriga Appears in Gulu Court After Disappearance. Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Chief Magistrate Charges Zedriga with Inciting Violence, Remanded Until February 17 GULU, UGANDA — Dr. Lina Zedriga, Deputy President for Northern Uganda of the National Unity Platform (NUP), made her first public appearance in nearly

67-Year-Old Man Treks from Kampala to Kitgum for Janani Luwum Day Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM KAMPALA, UGANDA — Meanwhile, a powerful story of faith is unfolding on Uganda’s highways as 67-year-old Thomas Tokwiny Musolini treks on foot from Kampala to Kitgum to celebrate St Janani Luwum Day on February 16.

Security Forces Arrest 10 Suspects Over Laroo House Break-Ins in Gulu City Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Meanwhile, Authorities Intensify Efforts to Clean Up Criminal Activity in the Area Notably, Gulu Security Personnel Apprehend Thugs Over the weekend, security personnel in Gulu City successfully arrested 10 suspected criminals involved in a

NRM’s Todwong Praised for Guiding Museveni to Electoral Win Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Kampala, Uganda —NRM Secretary General Todwong Praised for Guiding Museveni to Electoral Victory Strategic Leadership Drives NRM Win Meanwhile, National Resistance Movement(NRM) Secretary General Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong has earned broad praise for steering President Museveni to

PLE Subjects Expanded to Six Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Education Reform Takes Shape Meanwhile, Uganda’s Primary Leaving Examinations will now cover six subjects, marking a major shift in national assessment policy. Additionally, pupils will sit for integrated science, mathematics, English, social studies, religious education, and Kiswahili as separate examinable areas.

Government Rolls Out 85 Million Coffee Seedlings to Boost Production and Household Incomes Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Kampala, Uganda — The government has scaled up efforts to strengthen Uganda’s coffee sector by distributing more than 85 million seedlings to farmers nationwide. Nationwide Coffee Seedling Distribution Gains Momentum Recently, the government

Acholi Cultural Leaders, Women’s Rights Group Partner to Strengthen Women’s Voices and Community Peace Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Gulu, Uganda — Acholi cultural leaders and women’s rights advocates have launched a new partnership aimed at promoting women’s leadership, livelihoods, and sustainable peace across the region. Cultural and Civic Actors Build

Todwong Refuses to Apologize for NRM Candidates’ Losses Story By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM NRM Secretary General Responds to Gulu Election Outcome Richard Todwong, the Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), has firmly stated that he will not apologize to any party candidate who lost in the recent elections. His

Gulu Police Investigate Suspected Arson in Layibi Centre  By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Fire Breaks Out in Busy Commercial Area Police in Gulu City are currently investigating a fire outbreak that occurred at Layibi Centre in Tegwana Parish, Pece Laroo Division. Specifically, the incident took place in Gulu West and affected makeshift

Kitgum, Mucwini: Traditional Dancers Set to Debut at Janani Luwum Commemoration By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM A Historic Cultural Shift Meanwhile, traditional dancers will appear for the first time at the annual St. Janani Luwum commemoration. Notably, the move introduces a cultural layer to an event long defined by prayer and reflection.

Odongo Otto Urges Government to Protect Bobi Wine Amid Rising Political Tensions in Uganda By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Uganda Politics: Odongo Otto Sounds Alarm on NBS TV Meanwhile, appearing on NBS Television, Aruu County MP Hon. Odongo Otto delivered a strong appeal urging government action over Bobi Wine’s safety. Moreover, Otto

RCC Warns Against Misuse of Parish Development Model Funds By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Gulu RCC Issues Strong Warning Peter Banya, the Gulu Resident City Commissioner (RCC) in charge of Laroo-Pece Division, has issued a stern warning to individuals planning to misuse funds allocated under the Parish Development Model (PDM). Speaking at

South Sudan Delegation Boosts Faith Ties in Uganda. By Okello Patrick |NGUNAGULU.COM South Sudan Delegation Strengthens Cross-Border Faith Ties in Northern Uganda Meanwhile, a South Sudanese delegation from South Sudan have arrived in northern Uganda for a four-day pastoral fellowship retreat strengthening faith-based cooperation and relations. Additionally, officials said the

Gulu City to Procure Shs1.1 Billion Grader for Street Maintenance Procurement Process Completed Gulu City plans to procure a grader worth 1.1 billion shillings to improve street maintenance and cleanliness. Notably, the procurement process is complete, while funding now depends on local revenue collection. Gulu’s Reputation as a Clean City

PLE Results to be Released on Friday, 30th January, 2026 By Okello Patrick |NGUNAGULU.COM The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results will be released on Friday, 30th January 2026. After months of anticipation, students, parents, and teachers are eagerly awaiting the announcement, knowing that

Sarah Bireete Granted Shs1 Million Cash Bail as Court Imposes Strict Conditions. By Okello Patrick |NGUNAGULU.COM Court Grants Bail After Month-Long Detention Court Grants Sarah Bireete Shs1 Million Cash Bail After One Month in Detention Judge Releases Bireete on Bail, Citing Constitutional Safeguards Following a month-long detention, a Ugandan court