Lira, Uganda | National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Ogwang Patrick Medmac has been nominated to contest in the forthcoming Lira City mayoral elections, promising to end what he described as years of corruption and poor service delivery.
Ogwang, who enjoys strong grassroots support, said his administration will be anchored on transparency, accountability, and service to the people.
He pledged to confront corruption head-on, insisting that the city’s resources must be used to improve roads, strengthen waste management, and support businesses rather than enrich a few individuals.
The mandate of a city mayor stretches beyond politics.
It involves shaping urban planning, upgrading infrastructure, ensuring sanitation, mobilizing local revenue, attracting investment, and overseeing effective service delivery in sectors such as health and education.
A mayor is also tasked with providing leadership that unites citizens around development priorities.
Ogwang positioned himself as the candidate most suited to these demands, highlighting his commitment to modernizing road networks, expanding drainage systems, upgrading public health facilities, and boosting the local business environment to create jobs.
He also pledged to restore trust between the city administration and residents through regular consultation and inclusive governance.
His supporters point to his reputation for integrity, humility, and a long record of advocating for youth empowerment and community development.
They argue that these qualities give him a competitive edge in a race where accountability and service delivery have become central voter concerns.
Ogwang Patrick Medmac will face incumbent Mayor Sam Atul, the NRM flag bearer, independent candidate George Okello Ayo, and others in a contest that is expected to test the appetite for change in Lira City’s leadership.
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