Tororo Court has dismissed the Women MP vote recount.
Tororo Court has dismissed the Women MP vote recount. By:Okello Patrick |NGUNAGULU.COM Tororo_Uganda: The Tororo Chief Magistrate’s Court has dismissed a vote recount application in the Tororo District Woman Member of Parliament race. Consequently, the ruling followed a petition filed by incumbent MP Sarah Opendi of the National Resistance Movement
Tragic Accident: Truck Plunges Into River Nile, 3 Dead.
Tragic Accident: Three Killed After Truck Plunges Into River Nile By Okello Patrick|NGUNAGULU.COM Tragic Accident Shocks Community Three people died after a cargo truck plunged into the River Nile, sending shockwaves through the local community. The deadly crash happened in the early morning hours when the vehicle lost control near
Kitgum aquaculture struggles: pricey feed drives farmers out
High Cost of Fish Feed Drives Kitgum Farmers Out of Aquaculture By Okello Patrick | NGUNAGULU.COM Kitgum, Uganda — Currently, the soaring cost of fish feed, combined with prolonged dry seasons, has pushed most fish farmers in Kitgum District out of aquaculture. As a result, local fish supply has
Pader Court Has Dismissed Odonga-Otto’s Application
Pader Court Has Dismissed Odonga-Otto’s Application Pader Court Dismisses Odonga-Otto’s Application Vote Recount Rejected Pader Chief Magistrate’s Court has dismissed Samuel Odonga-Otto’s vote recount request, which challenged the Aruu County election result. Case Background Odonga-Otto, an independent candidate, contested Christopher Komakech’s victory in the NRM. Komakech secured 10,455 votes,
Dr Hillary Okello Honeymoon in Dubai with wife.
Dr Hillary Okello Honeymoon in Dubai with wife. http://Dr Hillary Okello Honeymoon in Dubai with wife. Dr. Hillary Okello, a popular Ugandan stand-up comedian, and his wife are enjoying a lavish honeymoon in Dubai. The couple, who tied the knot recently, have chosen the glamorous city of Dubai to celebrate
Gulu Hospital Gets Mobile TB Clinic for Better Healthcare Access
Gulu Regional Referral Hospital Welcomes Mobile TB Clinic to Improve Access to Healthcare A New Era in TB Diagnosis and Treatment Gulu Referral Hospital in northern Uganda has officially received a state-of-the-art Mobile Tuberculosis (TB) Clinic, a game-changer in the fight against the disease. This mobile unit is designed to
Court Orders Recount in Aruu County Election Dispute
Court Orders Recount in Aruu County Election Dispute The Pader Chief Magistrate’s Court has ruled in favour of Dr. Odonga Otto in his election dispute against Komakech Christopher. The court’s decision affirms Otto’s claim regarding procedural compliance under the Parliamentary Elections Act. Where the ruling specifically invoked Section 73 of
Awany Told to Seek Court Over Nwoya Election Loss
Awany Told to Seek Court Over Nwoya Election Loss Awany Told to Seek Court Over Nwoya Election Loss The Electoral Commission (EC) has advised Tony Awany, the loser in the Nwoya County parliamentary election, to go to court if he feels dissatisfied with the election results. Over the weekend,
Norbert Mao Dismisses Speculations Over Speaker’s Ambition
Norbert Mao Dismisses Speculations Over Speaker’s Ambition Mao Addresses Rumors Surrounding Speaker Seat Ambition The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has dismissed claims about his Speaker’s ambition. Mao, who is also the Democratic Party general, recently returned to elective politics after a long hiatus. His surprise candidacy
SIG Councillors’ Elections Scheduled for January 21, 2026
SIG Councillors’ Elections Set for January 21, 2026 The Electoral Commission has scheduled Wednesday, January 21, 2026, for the election of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Councillors to City and District Local Government Councils and the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). Election Details The elections will fill council seats
Former MP Samuel Odonga Otto Challenges Election Results
Former MP Samuel Odonga Otto Challenges Election Results Loses by Narrow Margin Former Member of Parliament Samuel Odonga Otto has rejected the recent election results after losing to incumbent Christopher Komakech by just 26 votes. Otto secured 10,429 votes, while Komakech received 10,455. Claims of Irregularities Odonga Otto has
Compensation Demanded for Mobile Money Shutdown Impact
Calls Grow for Compensation Over Mobile Money Shutdown During Elections Shutdown Impact There have been increasing calls for government to compensate Ugandans severely affected by mobile money services shutdown during elections recently nationwide. Disruption Concerns The government’s decision to shut down mobile money services raised concerns about effects on
MP Links Museveni’s Support to Local Candidate Absence
Dr. Gilbert Olanya, the Member of Parliament for Kilak South in Amuru District, has credited the high voter support for President Yoweri Museveni in the Acholi sub-region to his strong candidacy. Olanya shared these remarks while addressing journalists at the Northern Uganda Media Club (NUMEC) earlier today. He pointed out
UNICEF-Sponsored Digital Training Empowers Youth in Lamwo.
UNICEF-Sponsored Digital Training Empowers Youth in Lamwo District UNICEF-Sponsored Digital Training Empowers Youth in Lamwo At least 100 young people, aged between 10 and 24 years, are currently undergoing technically computer training at Padibe Comprehensive Secondary School in Padibe Town Council, Lamwo District, under a program sponsored by UNICEF. This
New MP Pledges 5 Scholarships to Boost Lamwo’s Education.
http://New MP Pledges 5 Scholarships to Boost Lamwo’s Education. Acora Nancy Odonga, the newly elected Woman Member of Parliament for Lamwo District, has made a significant pledge to boost learning in her constituency. Shortly after her victory in the recent parliamentary elections, she announced that she would award five
CJ Owiny-Dollo’s Retirement Marks End of 17-Year Tenure
CJ Owiny-Dollo’s Retirement Marks End of 17-Year Tenure Uganda’s Chief Justice, Alfonse Owiny-Dollo, has officially retired from his position, marking the end of a distinguished judicial career. His retirement, which took effect on Sunday, coincided with his 70th birthday. This marks the culmination of 17 years of dedicated service to
Fr Charles Onen Concedes Defeat to Mao in Gulu Election.
Fr Charles Onen Concedes Defeat to Mao in Gulu Election. Fr Charles, the incumbent legislator for Laroo-Pece Division in Gulu City, has officially accepted his defeat in the recently concluded Parliamentary election. He acknowledged the victory of Norbert Mao, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. Mao, who also
UCC Restores Internet services, Warns VPN Users of Threats.
UCC Restores Internet Access, Warns VPN Users of Direct Attacks on Devices The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced the restoration of internet access nationwide following an earlier shutdown. However, the commission stated that social media platforms remain temporarily blocked. Users attempting to access these platforms through VPNs were warned
LCIII Chairperson’s Vehicle Torched in Adjumani Violence
Adjumani LCIII Chairperson’s Vehicle Set Ablaze in Post-Election Violence Violence broke out in Adjumani following the announcement of James Mawawi’s victory in the Adjumani East County parliamentary race. Mawawi, an Independent candidate, defeated the NRM’s Dulu Angel Mark, sparking immediate protests from supporters of the losing candidate. The situation
Uganda Internet Restored Partially After Election Shutdown
Uganda Internet Restored Partially After Election Shutdown Uganda has begun to experience a partial restoration of internet services after a four-day blackout during the country’s recent elections. Reports from users on social media indicate the gradual return of connectivity in various regions starting at approximately 11 pm on Saturday night.
