Gen. Otema Awany Reportedly Among Generals on Alleged Arrest List – Olanya Claims

Kilak South Member of Parliament Hon. Gilbert Olanya has claimed that Gen. Otema Awany is among several senior military officers reportedly targeted for arrest. Olanya said rumours had em

Business and Technology

Japan’s ZENITAKA to Build New Shs98.4 Billion Karuma Bridge

Uganda is set to get a new bridge at Karuma after the government awarded a Shs98.4 billion (approximately $24 million) construction contract to Japan’s ZENITAKA Corporation. The bri

Northern Uganda Innovators to Benefit from Expanded Government Support

The Government of Uganda is extending its science, technology and innovation programmes to Northern Uganda in a renewed effort to identify and empower local innovators whose ideas can contri

Gulu District Leaders Monitor 2026 PLE as Over 920,000 Candidates Sit National Exams

Gulu District LC5 Chairperson Obol Justin Simpleman, together with District Education Officer (DEO) Atim Harriet Okot, has conducted a monitoring exercise of the ongoing 2026 Primary Leaving

Nile Star Bus Crashes Again After Resuming Operations Following 30-Day Suspension

Several passengers have been injured following an accident involving a Nile Star Bus Company coach travelling from Yumbe to Kampala, raising fresh concerns about the company's road safet

Stolen Omoro Police Gun Found Hidden at Deceased Suspect’s Home

Security personnel in the Aswa West River Region have recovered a firearm stolen from Lalogi Police Station in Omoro District, months after the suspected robbery mastermind was killed. Th

Three Arrested Over Murder of Gulu University Lab Technician Killed in Gulu City

Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of Christopher Nyeko, a laboratory technician attached to the Health Unit at Gulu University, who was brutally killed on May

Laroo-Pece Division Receives Police Patrol Vehicle to Strengthen Security

Laroo-Pece Division in Gulu City has received a new police patrol vehicle from the Office of the President through the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to strengthen security operations and

Ayella Godfrey Jiji Calls for Greater Support Among Acholi Community

Ayella Godfrey Jiji has urged members of the Acholi community, particularly those in influential positions, to strengthen efforts to support, mentor and create opportunities for fellow commu

Pader Man Found Dead After Being Accused of Molesting Underage Niece Suffering from Nodding Syndrome

Police in Pader District are investigating the suspected suicide of a 55-year-old man, identified as James Onek, who was found hanging from a tree on Sunday morning. According to reports,

Young Life Cut Short: Eight-Year-Old Pupil Dies as Storm Ravages School Dormitory and Injuring Three In Omoro

An eight-year-old pupil has died, while three other girls were injured after strong winds and heavy rain destroyed a dormitory at Bright Light Nursery and Primary School in Omoro District on

Buffalo Attack Claims Farmer’s Life as Wildlife Invades Agago Communities

A 36-year-old farmer, Richard Olwoch, has been gored to death by African buffaloes in Akwang Village, Paimol Sub-county, Agago District, after a herd of about 10 buffaloes strayed from Kidep

Pader to Host 5th Acholi Cultural Festival in December

Pader District will host the 5th Acholi Cultural Festival (ACF) from December 12–14, 2026, following its official launch by the Paramount Chief of Acholi, Rwot David Onen Acana II.

17 Suspects Arrested in Joint Police-UPDF Anti-Opium Operation in Pader

Police in Pader District, working jointly with the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), have arrested 17 suspects in an intelligence-led operation targeting the alleged sale and cons

MP Oryema Raises Alarm Over Lack of Electricity, Water in Kitgum Seed Schools

Chua West Member of Parliament Simon Peter Oryema Adum has raised concern over the lack of electricity and water at two seed secondary schools in Kitgum District, warning that the gaps are u

MP Oryema Urges Government to Compensate 15,000 Landmine Victims in Kitgum

Chua West Member of Parliament Simon Peter Oryema Adum has urged the government to expedite compensation for approximately 15,000 registered landmine victims in Kitgum District, saying many

Gulu Silver Fish Vendors Turns to Witchdoctors to Expose Thieves After UGX10M Loss

Gulu Main Market Silver fish vendors are currently calling for the intervention of witch doctors to help identify suspected thieves after losing fish worth an estimated UGX10 million this ye

“I Was Only Disappointed About Losing My Ministerial Job” – Hon Okello Oryem Cries

Former State Minister for Foreign Affairs Okello Oryem has opened up about his disappointment following the loss of his ministerial position, clarifying that he was not disappointed in Presi

Agago Residents Reportedly Kill Two Elephants After Three People Die in Attacks

Tensions are mounting in Agago District following a series of deadly elephant attacks that reportedly killed three people and injured two others in five days, with two elephants subsequently

Acholi MPs, Gen. Salim Saleh Discuss Strategies to Accelerate Economic Transformation in Acholi

Members of Parliament from the Acholi sub-region, under the Acholi Parliamentary Group (APG), have held a consultative meeting with the Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC),

Two Suspects Arrested Over Killing of Gulu University Student

Two suspects have been arrested by joint security agencies in connection with the murder of John Bosco Ngire, a student at Gulu University. Police Spokesperson ACP Kituuma Rusoke named th

Gospel singer, Producer Found Hanging Dead Inside His Studio

Police in Lira City are investigating a suspected suicide involving a gospel singer and music producer identified as Lolo Sam, 38. Sam reportedly died by suicide on Friday, October 16, 2026.

Gulu University Presses Security Agencies to Act After Student’s Death

Gulu University leaders have urged security agencies to intensify efforts to protect students following the killing of John Bosco Ngire in Agwee, Gulu City. Ngire, a second-year Education

Lightning Strike Kills 4 Year old girl, Injuries Two Family Members in Lamwo District

A four-year-old girl was killed and two other family members were critically injured after lightning struck their family home during a heavy downpour in Lamwo District on Wednesday evening. The d

RDC Jimmy Okello Warns Alebtong Headteachers Against Sending Pupils Home Over Unpaid Meals.

Jimmy Okello, Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) has cautioned headteachers in Alebtong District against sending pupils home over failure to pay meal fees, urging school administ

Hon Phiona Nyamutoro Abandons Charcoal, Urges Colleagues to Embrace Clean Energy

The Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development, Hon Phiona Nyamutoro has revealed that she stopped using charcoal after joining the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, urgi

Secures Land Title for Kaunda Grounds, Clearing Way for Green Park

Gulu City has secured a land title for 1.57 hectares (3.9 acres) of the contested Kaunda Grounds in Green Valley Village, clearing the way for the development of a public green park. The

Bomah Hotel, Acholi Inn Shortlisted to Host AFCON 2027 Teams in Northern Uganda

Bomah Hotel Ltd and Acholi Inn Hotel in Gulu City have been shortlisted among hotels in Northern Uganda to accommodate AFCON players and teams travelling to play their matches at Akii-Bua Ol

Everyoung Ajulu speaks out after alleged Brutal Kampala attack

Northern Ugandan musician Everyoung Ajulu has spoken out following an alleged attack and robbery in Kampala. According to Ajulu, he was attacked by a group of about 10 men in the Mutungo

Gen Katumba Wamala Inspects Construction of Service Uganda Centre in Gulu

The Minister of Public Service, Hon. Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, today, 1 October 2026, inspected the ongoing construction of the Service Uganda Centre at the Posta Uganda premises in Gulu C

Gen Otema Awany, NRM SG Todwong Mourn Brother, ASP Kilara Ceaser Awany

Lt. Gen (Rtd) Charles Otema Awany, NRM Secretary General Todwong and family are mourning the death of their beloved brother and son, ASP Kilara Ceaser Awany. Ceaser, who was serving as a

Hon Jane Ruth Aceng Commends MPs for Strengthening Livestock Restocking Debate

Government Chief Whip Hon. Jane Ruth Aceng has commended Members of Parliament for enriching debate on the government’s livestock restocking programme, highlighting proposals aimed at

‘Spirit of Death Is Following You’: Prophet Hannington Warns Northern Musicians

Prophet Emmanuel Hannington has issued a strong warning to secular musicians, particularly those from the Northern region, urging them to seek God and embrace Christianity. In a statement

Rwot Acana Urged Acholi Leaders To Uphold Accountability and Family Responsibility

The Paramount Chief of Ker Kwaro Acholi, Rwot David Onen Acana II, has challenged Acholi leaders to remain accountable to the people they represent, reminding them that their mandate comes f

Gulu AFCON Training Facilities Set for Completion Before December 2026

Confidence is growing in Gulu City as preparations for the AFCON sports facilities gather pace, with officials now assuring the region that key venues will be ready before the end of 2026.

Gulu AFCON Training Facilities Set for Completion Before December 2026

Confidence is growing in Gulu City as preparations for the AFCON sports facilities gather pace, with officials now assuring the region that key venues will be ready before the end of 2026.

Minister Sam Engola Delivers School Uniforms to 456 Pupils at Olilo Primary School

Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees and Member of Parliament for Erute South, Sam Engola, has delivered school uniforms to 456 pupils at Olilo Primary School as part of e

NRM's James Leku Pilli wins Adjumani West Parliamentary By-Election

James Leku Pilli of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has won the Adjumani West parliamentary by-election, taking 12,423 votes to secure the vacant seat. The Electoral Commission ann

Couple Arrested in Amolatar Over Alleged Burning of 8-Year-Old Child Over Missing Shs 200

Police in Amolatar District are holding two suspects following an alleged incident in which an eight-year-old girl sustained severe burns after dry grass was reportedly tied to her hands and

Gulu East Election Battle: Mediation Brings Mao–Kitara Election Dispute to an End

Justice Minister Norbert Mao and petitioner Tony Kitara have agreed to withdraw the Pece–Laroo parliamentary election petition after mediation. The dispute over the January 2026 ele

Gulu City PLU Coordinators Strengthen Ties with PLU Leadership in Kampala

Team of coordinators from Gulu City paid a courtesy visit to the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Headquarters in Naguru, Kampala, in a gesture aimed at strengthening collaboration and foste

Rupiny FM Ranked Top Radio Station in Acholi Sub-region, Overtakes Mega FM in New Survey

Rupiny FM has emerged as the leading radio station in the Acholi Sub-region, according to the 2026 Uganda National Media Survey (UNMS). The station was ranked number one in audience listenership

Warder Moses Anguyo Gets Death Sentence for Killing Four at Kiboga Prison

The deadly trigger pull that claimed four lives at Kiboga Prison has now come back to haunt warder Moses Anguyo, with the High Court sentencing him to death for the shocking killings. Ang

Hon. Akol Anthony Draws on LRA Experience to Highlight Sudan War’s Human Cost

Kilak North Member of Parliament Hon. Akol Anthony has called on the Pan-African Parliament to look beyond the immediate fighting in Sudan and address the deeper historical and political cau

MP Lamwaka Donates 20 Laptops to Government-Aided Secondary Schools

The Omoro Woman Member of Parliament and Chairperson of the Acholi Parliamentary Group, Hon. Catherine Lamwaka, has delivered 20 laptop computers to four government-aided secondary schools i

Security Forces Give Away Impounded Charcoal in Crackdown on Illegal Trade

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) and the Uganda Police Force today distributed more than 1,500 bags of impounded charcoal free of charge to residents of Anaka Town Council and

Amb Olara Otunnu Says UN Secretary-General Nomination Came As A Surprise

Uganda’s nominee for United Nations Secretary-General, Olara Otunnu, has said he never planned to run for the world’s top diplomatic job. According to Otunnu, President

Otikokin Clan Celebrates: Minister Sam Engola Hosts Daughter Jael Kimberly After Pageant Success

The Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Hon. Sam Engola, has hosted Jael Kimberly Acio Aremo, Miss Universe Uganda 2025 1st Runner Up, together with her parents at his h

Hon Gilbert Olanya Forgoes Luxury Car, Buys 30-Seater Bus For Acholi People With Govt Funds

Kilak South MP Hon. Dr. Gilbert Olanya has used his government vehicle facilitation funds to buy a brand new 30-seater minibus for the people of Kilak South and the wider Acholi community.

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