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West Nile - Yumbe District | 2nd August, 2026 The NRM Director Finance and Administration, Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, together with Director of Legal Affairs, Counsel Enoch Barata and NRM Electoral Commission Commissioner Hon. Zaitun Driwaru, held a fact-finding meeting with the leadership of NRM Yumbe District following allegations of misappropriation and diversion of funds meant for grassroots mobilization during the recent LC I and Women Council elections. The meeting was attended by the District security team led by the Resident District Commissioner, members of the District Executive Committee, NRM Sub-county Chairpersons, Sub-county Registrars, cultural leaders, opinion leaders, and party supporters with exception of the NRM admin who is on the run. The engagement followed the arrest of the District Chairperson and the District Administrative Secretary over allegations of financial impropriety involving mobilization funds. After extensive deliberations from the party leaders and ...

The Director Finance and Administration - NRM, Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, has fulfilled her campaign pledge of 10 cows, equivalent to UGX 10 million, to Keri Town Council in Koboko District in recognition of its outstanding support for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni during the 2026 presidential elections. The pledge was delivered through the NRM District Chairman of Koboko and was officially received by the LC III Chairperson of Keri Town Council alongside the NRM Chairperson of the Town Council. The Director made the promise during the 2026 presidential campaign period, when she pledged to reward the sub-county that would register the highest percentage of votes for the NRM and President Museveni. Following the official election results, Keri Town Council emerged as the best-performing local government in Koboko District, earning the recognition and reward.

By: Anguzu Vincent There is a land in the far northwestern corner of Uganda, a land kissed by the waters of the great Nile, bordered by the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan and its land of the resilient, farmers, traders, the educated and dreamers and its called West Nile! Historically known as the lado enclave. A sub-region of extraordinary cultural richness, geographic strategic importance, and untapped economic potential. Its people are resilient, its soil is fertile, and its spirit is unbreakable. Yet for far too long, West Nile has watched from the periphery as other regions of Uganda have leaped forward economically, politically, socially and institutionally. The time has come to change this narrative. The time has come for the sons and daughters of West Nile seated in the august house/Parliament to rise as one voice, one fist, and one formidable force, Not merely for a political argument but to push for the regions development agenda. West Nile comprises of districts...

TO: THE INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE (IGP) Cc: THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS (DPP) Dear Sir/Madam, RE: COMPLAINT ON THE INHUMANE AND UNLAWFUL TREATMENT OF FAMILY MEMBERS OF A SUSPECT I write to you with deep concern and dissatisfaction regarding the conduct of officers of the Uganda Police Force in relation to a widely circulating video involving the family members of one Anguyo Moses, a prison warder alleged to have committed a grave murder crime in Kiboga District. While the suspect has reportedly been apprehended and is in lawful custody, it is both disturbing and unacceptable that his family members who are neither suspects nor accused persons are being subjected to treatment that is not only degrading but also devoid of any legal justification. The actions captured in the video clip raise several critical questions about our justice system! On what legal basis are innocent family members being paraded alongside a criminal suspect in a manner that suggests collective guilt? Wh...

   Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, DAF - NRM and the CEO of Euro Gold Refinary Mr. Mungufeni Benard handing over a trophy to the victor team The 2026 Arua City Eid Cup Final was a vibrant celebration of sport, unity, and community spirit, as Al Shaam FC triumphed over Najjah FC in a thrilling playoff that drew thousands of enthusiastic spectators and sports lovers. The event was graced by the Director Finance and Administration – NRM, Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, who presided as the Chief Guest. She was joined by Mr Mungufeni Benard, the CEO of Euro Gold Refinary, who attended as the Guest of Honour.    Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale addressing the spectators after the match  Speaking to the crowd after the match, the director expressed her deep love for football, noting that in her role as Matron for the West Nile FUFA Drum team, she has witnessed firsthand how sports nurtures talent, inspires youth, and builds discipline. She emphasized that football is a powerful unifyin...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today met outgoing and incoming Members of Parliament from the Lango Sub-region at State House, Entebbe, where he congratulated them on the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s strong electoral performance in the recently concluded general elections. The President expressed gratitude to the legislators and the people of Lango and Northern Uganda at large for what he described as a landslide victory for the NRM ,the strongest performance since 1996. “I am happy to meet you and congratulate you for the good work in Lango and Northern Uganda in general,” said President Museveni who also serves as the NRM National chairman. President Museveni reflected on Uganda’s political history, citing past leaders such as Milton Obote, Edward Mutesa II, and John Kakonge, who rose to leadership at a young age but later lostinfluence He noted that divisions rooted in tribalism and religion weakened national cohesion. “The country was in their hands, but because they went...

1. Hon. Moriku Kaducu 2. Hon. George Bhoka 3. Hon. Maneno Zumura  4. Hon. Onzima Godfrey  5. Hon. Obiga Mario Kania  6. Hon. Leku Joel 7. Hon. Oguzu Lee Denis 8. Hon. Lematia Ruth Ondoru 9. Hon. Hashim Suleiman  10. Hon. Feta Geofrey  11. Hon. Lematia John  12. Hon. Atima Jackson Lee Buti 13. Hon. Songa Lawrence  14. Hon. Adriko Yovan Songa Mbele  15. Afoyochan Esther  16. Hon. Etuka Joachim 17. Hon. Afidra Ronald  18. Hon. Agnes Achibu NB! You can tag the MP and I give you their Constituency and District

It has become a painful reality in West Nile that true unity among our people often reveals itself only in moments of loss. When a son or daughter of West Nile passes on, the community gathers in large numbers, transcending political divides, religious differences, and even personal grudges. In those moments of mourning, there is solidarity, compassion, and an outpouring of love. But this begs a sobering question, Why do we only come together in death? Why must we wait for the grave before we embrace peace, togetherness, and love? Why is it so difficult for us to show that same unity when our people are alive, striving, and contributing to the growth of our region? Across West Nile, too much energy is wasted on acrimony and unnecessary petty petty rivalries. Leaders spend more time fighting one another than building bridges. Followers are often dragged into divisions, cheering on conflicts that hold the entire region back. Talented men and women are discouraged, not because they lack a...

Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale delivering President's message to mourners. His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni represented by the Director Finance and Administration - NRM; Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale paid tribute to the late ex-ambassador Angualia Laus Richard Ambassador Angualia died in a fatal road accident on Wednesday 30th July 2025 in a head-on collision at Abi Zonal Agricultural Research Institute and he was buried 2nd August 2025 in Ombadri Village, Olevu Parish, Maracha District.  The president expressed heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family, the people of Maracha and West Nile for the untimely death of their gallant son.  In his message, the president described the late ex-ambassador Angualia as a dedicated and patriotic leader who understood the true role of leadership at both local and national levels, stressing that the late ex-ambassador Angualia performed very well in his role as Uganda's ambassador to Egypt and middle east and saluted the ambassador Angualia'...

              Hajjat giving speech to the audience during the event at Leisure Park, Adjumani Town Council  The Director Finance and Administration - NRM; Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale graced the grand finale of Miss Tourism West Nile held on 27th July 2025 at Leisure Park, Adjumani Town Council.  The prestigious event featured 10 contestants across the districts of West Nile, celebrating culture, heritage and tourism.  Hajjat for a photo moment with the top 3 Queens  CELEBRATING TOURISM AND CULTURE IN WEST NILE The Director Finance and Administration - NRM; *Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale* graced the grand finale of Miss Tourism West Nile held on 27th July 2025 at Leisure Park, Adjumani Town Council.  The prestigious event featured 10 contestants across the districts of West Nile, celebrating culture, heritage and tourism.  In a gesture of support, the Director made a humble contribution of ten million ugandan shillings (10M ...

                     By Anguzu Vincent The National Resistance Movement (NRM) may have concluded its party primaries, but the storm is far from over. Across the country, the primaries were marred by widespread complaints, ranging from vote rigging, voter intimidation and outright manipulation of results. The legitimacy of several outcomes is being heavily contested by the aspirants who lost, with numerous petitions lodged by aggrieved aspirants who claim the process was neither free nor fair. Far from that, what is even more alarming is the toxic and acrimonious nature of the campaigns among the contesting camps, which have deeply fractured the party at the grassroots level. In many constituencies, the relationship between winners and losers is irreparably damaged, making unity behind the party flag bearers a distant dream. Those who lost are unlikely to rally behind those they believe were unfairly declared winners. Instead, a surg...

Citizens of the World, my names are: General (Rtd) Yoweri Museveni of the Resistance Movement of Uganda and President of Uganda. I am also Chairman of the NAM until 2027. The other day, I saw a Complaint by the Iranian Ambassador to Uganda as to why we have not commented on the tragic situation in the Middle East. It is true that we have not yet externalized our long-held views on that situation. Good enough, we have got good relations with both Israel and Iran, not to forget the United States of America and the other Countries of the World. In our long history of resistance, we abhor chauvinism of identity (race, tribe, religion, etc) or gender (looking down upon women). We always stand for the politics of interests interests of the stake - holders. legitimate With that outlook, we have noticed and told most of the concerned actors, the following mistake makers: (1) The first group that we have interacted with and told, are the Iranian Islamists. Whenever I visit Iran, like when His E...

13th June, 2025! Koboko West Nile In an unprecedented display of multidimensional political mobilization, Hon. Min. Balaam Barugahara, Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, the Director Finance and Administration - NRM, attracted a mammoth crowd during the Youth Wakeup Rally in Koboko Municipality under the resonant theme "Breaking Barriers, Building Prosperity" Hosted by Hon. Charles Ayume as the Guest of Honor and the area member of parliament. The event showcased the unique mobilization ability of the two (Hajjat Medina and Balaam) with strategic engagement of the grassroots energy, transforming the rally into a wealth creation event. The duo did not only draw crowds but reaffirmed NRM’s relevance among the youth and the broader community. The event featured activities like evaluations and lectures on transformative programs like the Youth Livelihood Program, Parish Development Model (PDM), and the Emyooga Fund which are cornerstones ...

The total economy- monetary and non –monetary had shrunk by 25% by1986 compared to1970 (collier and Reinikka, 2001). In dollars, the size of GDP in 1986 was US$ 1.26 billion and that was the NRM entry point. Certain principles or measures were applied to restore and revamp the small island of PSEUDO- MODERNITY, expand it and deepen its quality. The following were the stimuli applied (Fundamental principles of Musevenomics) 1. Security of persons and property. The NRM government had heavily invested in a disciplined UPDF army, which espoused values of human rights, people freedoms and protection of persons and their property. This played a significant role in attracting FDI net inflows from 0% of GDP in 1986 to 3.58 % in 2019. 2. Privatization and liberalization of markets. The NRM government liberalized forex bureaus, opened up all sectors of the economy to competition which created efficiency and stimulated high levels of production. 3. Return of Asian properties. The NRM government u...

NRM DIRECTOR FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION, HAJJAT MEDINA CONTRIBUTES 14 MILLION UGX TO LIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH On Saturday 22nd March 2024, thousands of Catholics and People of Good Will gathered at Lima Catholic Parish, Ludara Sub-County, Koboko District for a grand fundraising event aimed at constructing a new church for the parish. The event, presided over by the Rt. Rev. Bishop Sabino Ocan Odoki of the Arua Diocese, attracted notable dignitaries, well-wishers, and faithful believers committed to supporting the noble cause. Among the distinguished guests was the DAF (NRM), Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, who played a key role in extending a special invitation to the Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Robina Nabbanja, as the Chief Guest. The Prime Minister delegated Hon. Min. Dr. Moriku Kaducu, the Woman MP for Moyo District, to represent her at the occasion. Through Hon. Kaducu, the Prime Minister donated UGX 10 million towards the construction of the church. Additionally, Hon. Moriku Kaducu ...

PRESIDENT MUSEVENI donates 200million shillings, as Hajjat Medina donates another 30million shillings towards the 18TH Provincial Prayer Peace Week under Arua Catholic Diocese Hosted by Koboko Parish On the 22nd January, 2025; The Director Finance and Administration - National Resistance Movement; Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale joined thousands of pilgrims and the clergy from West Nile, Acholi, Lango and Karamoja, at St. Charles Lwanga College Koboko for the 18th Provincial Prayer Peace Week that ran from 21st to 24th January, themed "Forgive Us Our Trespasses, Grant Us Your Peace." The week is dedicated to fostering reconciliation and healing among Northern Uganda's communities, fostering unity despite past conflicts, and also promoting mental healing among communities affected by the conflict. The event, initiated by Archbishop Emeritus Rev. Dr. John Baptist Odama in 2005, is being attended by Bishops, Santos Lino Wanok, Archbishop Raphael Wakorach P'mony, Sabino Ocan ...

The Director Finance and Administration - National Resistance Movement, Hajjat Medina Naham Ojale, joined by the Koboko Municipality MP Hon. Dr Charles Ayume, held a fruitful arbitration engagement with a team from Uganda Revenue Authority and the Koboko District Business Community.  This comes after persistent complaints raised by the traders to the Director Finance and Administration over contentious concerns of taxation of agricultural produce that are non-taxable, corruption and intimidation at border and checkpoints The Director was prompted to convene a quick preceding meeting with the traders at KOMUPA HALL on 17th January, 2024 inquiring the in-depth basis of their grievances towards Uganda Revenue Authority.  Subsequently after the preceding engagement with the traders, the Director called the URA headquarters and without hesitation, the commissioner directed the supervisor in West Nile to call on the teams of Oraba, Arua and Pakwach to sit down and listen to the trad...

His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is also the NRM Chairman today held a meeting with the leadership of the party Secretariat led by the Secretary General Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong in Rwakitura, Kiruhura district.  Several issues regarding the digitization of the party register and the upcoming electoral road map were discussed. The National Chairman promised to convene the Central Executive Committee soon to discuss the details.

TAKE A LEAVE AND LEARN FROM NAPOLEON BONAPARTE; A CELEBRATED & ALL TIME POLITICAL DEMAGOGUE. As a contemporary historian, Everytime we learn about and read about Napoleon Bonaparte, we understand that one of the core reasons as to why he lost power and ultimately lost his leadership career was his illogical, senseless, and unnecessary wars.  Reference to this is the Napoleonic wars where he fought wars like the 3rd coalition, 4th coalition, 5th coalition, the peninsula war, the French invasion of Russia famously known as the Moscow Campaign where he lost terribly and confessed by himself that _I have known the size of my feet_. He was exiled to the Mediterranean island of Elba! Very unfortunate that a man who was loved and celebrated when he came to power after overthrowing the kleptocratic monarchy of the diabolical King Louis 16th and his extravagant wife Queen Marie Antoinette.  Napoleon was loved but his desire to forcefully expand the French empire led him to total de...