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Hon Odonga Otto rejects Aruu County election results calls for votes recount

  Former MP Samuel Odonga Otto has rejected the recent parliamentary results after losing to incumbent Christopher Komakech by just 26 votes. Odonga Otto, a seasoned politician and former M

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VIDEO: I am not Richard Todwong project - Gunya refutes claims

  Gulu City mayoral aspirant Gunya Julius Labeja has refuted allegations of being a project of the NRM Secretary General Richard Toodwong.  Rumors have been circulating that Julius Lab

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Chief Justice Owiny Dollo retires from judicial service after 4 decades

  Uganda's Chief Justice, Alfonse Owiny Dollo has announced his retirement from the judiciary after four decades of legal service. In 2020, Chief Justice Owiny Dollo was appointed to re

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Electoral Commission orders fresh elections in Ajuri County

  The Electoral Commission (EC) has ordered a fresh election in 18 polling stations in Ajuri County, Alebtong district, following complaints of vote rigging and inconsistencies in the tallying

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NUP leader Bobi Wine claims Museveni and regimen rigged 2026 elections

  A shocking new video released by Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu alias Bobi Wine highlights alleged election irregularities in Uganda.  The footage reportedly sh

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Hon Ojara Mapenduzi retains Bardege-Layibi Division MP seat

  Hon Ojara Martin Mapenduzi (NRM), has retained Bardege-Layibi Division parliamentary seat after he was declared winner on Friday January 15th, 2026 polls. Incumbent Mapenduzi was elected

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UCC orders temporary' shut down of internet ahead of polls

  The Uganda Communication Commission has ordered a ' temporary' shutdown of internet effective today, January 13, 2026, until further notice. The shutdown orders come in exactly a

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NIRA stops IDs distribution and registration ahead of 2026 polls at parish level

  National Identification and Registration Authority, (NIRA) has stopped the distribution of National IDs at Parish level across the country. Speaking to the media on Monday, 12th January,

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Singer Jenneth Prischa, team involved in road accident in Kampala

  Northern Uganda sensation Jenneth Prischa has reportedly been involved in a road accident this morning.  The accident occurred in Nakawa on January 12, 2026, while the singer and her

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Don't vote leaders who will not help lift us out of poverty - Fr Eric Uma advices Acholi people

  Rev. Fr. Eric Justin Uma, the Holy Rosary Parish Priest, has advised the Acholi community to exercise discernment in electing visionary leaders who will facilitate their socioeconomic advanc

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President Museveni declares 15th January elections day public holiday

  President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has declared Thursday, January 15, and Friday, January 16, 2026, as public holidays to allow Ugandans to fully participate in the Presidential and Parliament

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NUP's Akera Robinson abandoned party, withdraws from Bardege-Layibi MP race

  With just only six days left to the National general elections, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flagbearer for the Bardege-Layibi MP race, Hon Akera Robinson, has withdrawn and defected to

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Two dead, police constable wounded in Arua City mob unrest in New Year

  At least two people have been left dead following a violent mob unrest, leaving a police constable wounded in the early hours of the New Year in ''Arua City''.  

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Respect for the national flag is respect for the country - Police warns Ugandans

  Police have cautioned the public against the widespread misuse of the national flag, saying ignorance of the does not excuse violation. Rusoke Kituuma, the police spokesperson said the po

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We're returning back to the bush to start kony 2 - LRA returnees threatens gov't

  Over 4,500 LRA returnees have threatened government of a possible returning to the bush over government neglect and failed promises of resettlement as agreed on. They cry fowl over failed

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Hon Gilbert Olanya graduates with a PhD from Kyambogo University

  Kilak South Member of Parliament, Hon Gilbert Olanya has graduated with a PhD in Education Planning and Management from Kyambogo University. Hon Gilbert Olanya who earn himself a right to

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Police arrests witchdoctor for sacrificing over 12 children for gain of his spiritual powers

  Police in Mpigi district have arrested a witchdoctor, Jajja Ivan Muwanga for allegedly abducting and sacrificing over 12 children so that he can appease his spirits and gain more spiritual p

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Police denies claims linking Bobi Wine clashes to death of Joshua Otim in Gulu City

  Police have issued a detailed statement clarifying the events that led to the death of 16-year-old Otim Leon Joshua, a student of Exel High School in Mukono and resident of Customs Corner Ce

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Acholi are not property of NRM, they are of God - Fr Eric Uma tell off Museveni

  Rev. Fr Eric Uma has expressed frustration and disappointment in President Yoweri Museveni's government following violent clashes during Bobi Wine's campaign rally in Gulu City. S

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Mao criticises UPDF, Police over campaign brutality and chaos, describing Gulu incident as a shame

  Mao has also criticized both police and the UPDF for failing to distinguish themselves from goons when they engaged to fight unarmed crowds, adding that the violence witnessed in Gulu is a s

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Police confirms launch of investigation into beating of civilians in Gulu City

  Aswa West police have confirmed opening a general inquiry file into the attack by security personnel on civilians in Gulu City on Saturday.  Supporters of National Unity Platform pre

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We are prepared to leave it like that but nobody should repeat it - Prof Ogenga Latigo

  The Acholi top political leader, Prof Ogenga Latigo has condemned the violent attack on National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, alias Bobi Wine, while campaigning in

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It's Not Mao but Hon. Huda Oleru's Security Car. I am safe - Hon Norbert Mao speak out

  Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has said he is safe after witnessing a fatal road accident in Bombo last night involving a lorry and an escort vehicle for Minist

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URA arrests two men over US$24000 super match cigarettes export fraud

  The Uganda Revenue Authority Friday arrested two scammers involved in Super match cigarettes export fraud.  The two, Frank Mugisha and Muhumuza George are being charged of obtaining

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NUP's Lubangakene Caesar chickens out of the Laroo-Pece MP race

  Former National Unity Platform (NUP) Spokesperson for Northern Uganda Caesar Lubangakene has officially stepped down and pulled out of the party. Lubangakene stated his primary reason is

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I will never fight you; instead, I will fight those who want to fight you - Bosmic Otim confess

  Musician Bosmic Otim has pledged to support Kitgum Woman MP and Minister Hon Aber Lillian, stating he will no longer fight her. Instead, he'll defend her against anyone who attacks her.&

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Unknown goons invade NUP Gulu Office, damaged properties worth millions

  Unknown goons reportedly invaded National Unity Platform (NUP) regional office in Gulu city, damaging properties worth millions and stealing campaign materials. The incident occurred on W

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Govt reopens Karuma-Kamdini road for light vehicles after a week of closure today

  Ministry of Works and Transport has reopened Karuma-Kamdini road for light vehicles, buses and medium trucks on December, 1, 2025, bringing partial relief to motorists who have faced days of

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We are working closely with our partners to have Kony arrested - Says ICC lawyers

  The International Criminal Court (ICC) says is working closely with their partners to arrest Joseph Kony. The ICC wants a fugitive warlord and leader of LRA to stand trial for atrocities in

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A total of 1431 students graduate at Gulu University's 21st graduation

  Gulu University has graduated a total of 1,431 students in different fields in its 21st graduation held on Friday, November 28, 2025.  In the graduation presided over by Gulu Univers

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One killed as army opens fire at Kyagulanyi supporters in Iganga district

At least one person has been confirmed dead and others injured as police opened fire at Bobi Wine supporters who were returning from his rally held at Rail Way grounds in Iganga municipality. Polic

I will use silver fish technique to clinch Laroo-Pece MP seat victory - Hon Norbert Mao

  Hon Norbert Mao, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and Laroo-Pece Division MP candidate, has stated he'll use the "silver fish technique" to secure victory in the

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Uganda Police bans campaign processions ahead of the 2026 general elections

  Uganda Police Force issued directives on Monday prohibiting all campaign processions for presidential, parliamentary, and local races ahead of 2026 elections. Candidates must meet support

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Two guns recovered in Arua City, suspects arrested

  Security forces in Arua City have recovered two firearms from individuals as part ongoing effort to calm down on illicit arms and rising urban crime in West Nile. The arrests, confirmed o

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Three suspected cattle thieves killed, car set ablaze in Koboko district

  Three unidentified suspected cattle thieves have been lynched to death and the Toyota Hiace car (Drone) they were traveling in was set ablaze by unidentified assailants in Diobe village, Met

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Bosmic Otim seeks reconciliation with Aber Lillian after their public feud

  Lucky Bosmic Otim, a musician and politician, is seeking reconciliation with Hon. Lillian Aber after their public feud.  Bosmic Otim claims to be ready to "bury the hatchet"

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Yalelo Uganda opens new outlet in Gulu City to provide its people with fresh fish

  Yalelo Uganda has opened a retail outlet in Gulu City on Thursday, November 20, 2025 to provide its community with the freshest fish from Lake Victoria. Yalelo is a Bantu word loosely tra

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JUST IN: President Yoweri Museveni pardons 143 petty convicts

  President Museveni has issued pardon to 143 petty offenders who had been behind bars for years on various charges, prison authorities have confirmed. “The pardon was granted on the

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UPDF soldier shoots self dead after killing entragled wife in Agago district

  A Uganda People's Defence Forces officer shot himself dead after shooting and killing his estranged lover in Agago district on Thursday night.  The deceased has been identified a

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17 year old P.7 pupil gives birth during her PLE exams

  A primary seven candidate at Acherer primary school in Moroto district has given birth to a healthy baby boy while sitting for her exams The 17 year old girl delivered her child on Monday

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Lets stick to the business that brought us here and that is the microphone - Mc Kash advises Mc Young Moni

  Mc Kash Owakabi, a renowned events emcee and comedian, has advised Mc Young Moni to focus on his emceeing career rather than engaging in political activities. Mc Kash expressed concern th

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NTV or any other media is free to tap content from UBC - Dr Chris Baryomunsi over NGM ban

ICT Minister, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, has clarified the air on the blockage of Nation Media Group journalists from covering president Museveni's activities. Dr Chris noted that Nation Media Group

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Mc Young Moni defaced Bobi Wine's campaign posters in Gulu City ahead of his campaign trail

  A group of Gulu City youth, led by a renowned events emcee Tekwo Reagan alias Mc Young Moni have defaced the NUP presidential candidate Bobi Wine's campaign posters ahead of his campaign

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Police gives details on raid of Lira hotel that hosted Bobi Wine last night

North Kyoga Regional Police spokesperson Jimmy Patrick Okema has shed light on the raid at Tembo Trek Courts Hotel in Lira, where NUP presidential candidate Bobi Wine was sleeping.  Accordin

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NRM supporters involved in nasty road accident in Nwoya

  NRM supporters returning from President Museveni rally in Nwoya involved in Nasty accident SFC spokesperson, Maj Jimmy Omara said upon visiting the victims at  Koch Goma Hospital. Fo

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Museveni gives UGX 5M condolences to families of Kampala-Gulu Highway road crash victims

  President Yoweri Museveni has ordered State House Comptroller to give UGX 5 million to each bereaved family and UGX 1 million to the injured victims following the tragic road accident along

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Museveni pledges to resolve long-standing problem affecting people of Acholi

  President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has vowed to resolve long-standing challenges affecting the people of Acholi, including issues of compensation, education, restocking, and human-wildlife con

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Prioritize Mental Health - HON. Betty Aol Advises

  Gulu City Woman MP Hon. Betty Aol Ocan has called on all elected leaders across Acholi to prioritize mental health awareness if they are to save the community from acts of vagabondage. Th

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JUST IN: Speaker Anita Among narrowly escapes death in Kampala-Jinja road

  The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Annet Among, narrowly escaped an accident after a trailer nearly rammed into her official vehicle along the Kampala–Jinja highway The accident occur

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