Promises

On health, Dr Acuti, a medical professional by training, promised to advance the level of local health facilities.

Local leaders in Northern Uganda described Mafabi’s visit as a sign of renewed political competition ahead of the 2026 polls.

The Otuke East legislator assured continued improvement of health services through the upgrade of several facilities.

President Museveni, who is seeking another term of office to make it beyond 40 years, said the government will prioritise bridging this education gap as part of his five-year development agenda.

In the realm of education, Mafabi announced that all teachers would receive equitable pay, set at a flat rate, regardless of their subject area—science or arts—recognising the essential role educators play in society.

Aber district, to be curved out of Oyam, has been a long term demand by the people of Lango.

President Museveni who’s seeking another term of office in 2026, will have a rally in Oyam district on October 7, before proceeding to Pakwach district.