Tensions flared during the Mukono District youth council elections as clashes between rival political factions disrupted voting in several areas. The electoral exercise, meant to select grassroots youth representatives, turned chaotic with reports of intimidation and violence across multiple villages.
Opposition has no position in Acholi, says minister Oryem Okello
The state minister for foreign affairs Henry Oryem Okello has rubbished claims of opposition ever to collect any vote in the northern region. Oryem says the northern region has been disappointed by the opposition as it was over whelmingly elected.
Former youth Mp Sarah Kityo has finally opted to join her political carrier after her efforts to lead the netball sport were frustrated due to administrative wrangles.
Babirye a former youth Mp in the ninth parliament who lost her sit after her tenure of office elapsed says she has decided to revive her mother constituency Bukoto east after the region has been lacking service delivery.
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission, chaired by Dr. Tanga Odoi, has taken disciplinary action on the third day of candidate vetting. Dr. Odoi announced the expulsion of six individuals from the party primary races for failing to adhere to party guidelines.
The Public Accounts Committee, responsible for overseeing the expenditures of all government entities and led by Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi, has raised serious concerns.
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