Dokolo, Uganda | Fifteen parliamentary candidates from six political parties and independent tickets in Dokolo District have committed to a peaceful and coordinated campaign period after successfully harmonising their campaign schedules during a meeting held at the Electoral Commission (EC) offices on Monday.
The meeting, chaired by the District Returning Officer, Moses Otim, finalised the campaign roadmap for Woman MP, constituency MPs, and District Chairperson races.
Otim confirmed that the official campaign period will begin on 10 November 2025 and end on 12 January 2026, warning that any campaign activities before that date are prohibited.
He said candidates had agreed on specific venues and timelines to prevent clashes and congestion, adding that campaigns will be conducted strictly between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
He further reminded aspirants of regulations prohibiting the placement of campaign posters in public institutions such as schools and hospitals, as well as the ban on donations during the campaign period.
Gloria Akullo, Democratic Party (DP) flagbearer for Dokolo Woman MP, described the meeting as constructive and unifying.
She said candidates had interacted in a cordial manner and expressed confidence that the district would witness a calm, issue-based campaign season.
She urged fellow candidates to respect the will of the voters and allow the electorate to decide without provocation or intimidation.
Janet Rose Adongo Elau, National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer for the same seat, said the agreement ensures no candidate will interfere with another’s campaign activities.
She noted that NRM candidates plan to coordinate their efforts at joint campaign points, mirroring similar arrangements by other political groups.
Julius Engwau, DP candidate for Dokolo South MP, said all aspirants now know their assigned campaign areas and dates in line with the EC roadmap, eliminating chances of confrontation.
Dokolo District Police Commander, SP Patience Baganzi, said security will be a top priority during the campaign season.
She urged candidates to liaise with security agencies when hosting national party leaders to ensure compliance with the agreed roadmap.
She warned against the mobilisation of hooligans or provocative groups, describing them as a threat to public safety.
She also called on candidates and media houses to refrain from hate speech and to respect restricted areas such as schools where examinations will be underway.
A total of 15 candidates from NRM, UPC, Democratic Party, Democratic Front, NUP, FDC, and independents are contesting for various parliamentary seats in Dokolo District.
The harmonisation meeting was attended by several candidates in person, while others sent official representatives.
The Electoral Commission says the agreed roadmap is binding and will be enforced to guarantee an orderly campaign period, free from clashes and venue disputes.
