Lira, Uganda |Ahead of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s campaign rally at Lira Golf Course on 6 October, UPC supporters and local leaders have publicly endorsed the NRM government, citing its achievements in infrastructure, education, and socio-economic development in Lango subregion.
Patrick Okwir Jaramoga, a long-time UPC supporter, on Friday 3 October, said that despite his party affiliation, he trusted President Museveni due to the government’s consistent delivery of key projects.
He cited the revamp of the Rwekunyu-Apac-Acholi Bur road, the establishment of Lira University, and Akii Bua construction as examples of the administration responding to local demands.
Jimmy Awany Cingmalu, a UPC member and an independent candidate for Lira City West parliamentary race, noted a growing trend of UPC supporters backing the NRM, referencing the 2016 and 2021 elections when the UPC President Jimmy Akena Obote did not contest and UPC members overwhelmingly supported Museveni.
He said the same pattern is emerging ahead of the 2026 election.
Lira District Woman MP and NRM Chairperson Linda Agnes Auma highlighted that the NRM government has overseen significant socio-economic transformation, with many households rising above the poverty line.
She pointed to improved road networks, enhanced trade through upgraded highways, and agricultural initiatives such as the planned multi-purpose mechanisation centre in Agwata Town Council, Dokolo District, aimed at boosting productivity across Lango.
Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, Health Minister, Lira City Woman MP, and NRM Chairperson noted government efforts to expand electricity access in rural areas, leveraging power generated from Karuma.
She added that health centers are being upgraded to support regional referral hospitals, and clean drinking water initiatives are being prioritized in peri-urban areas, including Burlobo and Akia.
She emphasized that peace and security have improved in the region, enabling safe travel at night and supporting initiatives like Lango cattle compensation.
President Museveni officially launched his Lango campaign on 1 October in Amolatar before proceeding to Dokolo later that day.
His itinerary continued with visits to Otuke and Alebtong on 2 October, Apac and Kwania on 3 October, while Kole and Lira on 6 October, and Oyam District on 7 October, after which he is scheduled to continue his campaign in West Nile.
