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By Eumu Emmanuel Kaberamaido | The Minister of Culture under the Kumam Cultural Heritage Institution, Rev. Eyimu Elijah, has issued a stern warning to the youth in the Kumam sub-region against what he describes as increasingly indecent dressing. He is urging young people to return to cultural standards that promote modesty, respect, and dignity. Rev. Eyimu Elijah emphasized that the traditional dress code of the Lango people was intentionally designed to cover the entire body, highlighting that in the past, both men and women maintained full coverage even during physical labor. This, he said, demonstrated respect not only for oneself…

By Eumu Emmanuel Oyam, Uganda | A civilian was fatally shot during a confrontation with police officers in Tecik Village, Ngai Sub-County, Oyam District, on the evening of May 18, 2025. The incident occurred during an attempt to arrest a suspect linked to a motorcycle theft case. According to the North Kyoga Regional Police Spokesperson, SP Jimmy Patrick Okema, three police constables Herick Ojok, Robert Aguta, and Naturinda John Bosco had officially booked out from Ngai Police Station to arrest Ambrose Okwir. Okwir had been implicated by two previously arrested suspects, Joshua Ongiro and Jolly Obong, as the ringleader and…

By Eumu Emmanuel The territorial police in Oyam District are investigating two murder incidents, one involving a shooting and another resulting from mob violence, which occurred on May 18, 2025, at 6:24 PM in Tecik Village, Ngai Sub-County. According to reports, Police Constables Herick Ojok, Robert Aguta, and Naturinda John Bosco, all attached to Ngai Police Station, were officially booked out to arrest Ambrose Okwir, a suspect in the theft of motorcycle registration number UDY 645Q. SP Jimmy Patrick Okema, the North Kyoga regional police spokesperson, stated that a theft case had been reported by Justine Ogwang, and two suspects,…

By Patriot Corps The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Amuru, Osborn Ocheng Geoffrey, has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding the UPDF Amendment Bill currently before Parliament. Speaking to the press, Ocheng Geoffrey urged Members of Parliament to engage in constructive debate rather than boycotting the proceedings. “The Constitution of 1995 was a masterpiece, and any additions or subtractions should be done through Parliament,” Ocheng Geoffrey stated. “While there may be concerns about irregularities in the bill, as some of our leaders from the opposition are saying, it’s essential that we debate these issues out rather than resorting to…

By Patriot Corps In a stunning display of grassroots strength and strategic leadership, Team Shaban Abas aka Genius has stormed to a landslide victory in the Soroti East Division NRM Youth League elections. The team, comprising a 9 Ward alliance of youth leaders from Soroti East Division, Soroti City flag bearers, and Ward NRM Leaders, presented a formidable force that was unmatched. Calvin Moses Emwodu, fronted by Team Shaban, trounced Edonyu Daniel, the candidate for Team Ooja Denis, winning 48 votes to 16. Shaban Abas aka Genius Wonder himself secured a similar victory, defeating Okello Isaac 48-16 in another key…

In a powerful and forward-looking interview on NTV’s Talk of the Nation segment, aired on May 17, 2025, Mr. Calvin Echodu, an aspirant for the position of National Resistance Movement Vice Chairperson for Eastern Region, laid out a compelling vision for his candidature. He is stepping forward to revive the party, empower the youth, and bring real development to Eastern Uganda. Mr. Echodu opened his remarks by commending the Party leadership for implementing transformative measures in the ongoing Party Structural Elections. He specifically acknowledged the pivotal role of the NRM National Chairman, H.E. Yoweri Museveni, and the National Secretariat for…

Story by Osuta Yusuf. Maracha District Maracha Constituency MP Aspirant on NRM Party ticket, Mr. Uhuru Nelson launched the distribution of Eucalyptus tree seedlings to all the religious Clergies in Maracha Constituency, an exercise that was launched on Thursday 8-May-2025 and it is still ongoing. Apparently, global warming is becoming real, with the World Meteorological Organization’s “State of the Global Climate 2024” report, indicating that 2024 was likely the hottest year within the 175-years observational record. The smiley clergies are being given 150 tree seedlings each which they will be planting in their gardens.. Initiator of the program,…

Kampala, Uganda – The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission has announced the postponement of elections for Special Interest Group (SIG) Committee flag bearers at the village level. The elections, initially scheduled to begin on May 19, 2025, will now commence on May 29, 2025. In a statement signed by Dr. Tanga Odoi, the Commission attributed the postponement to circumstances beyond its control. The affected groups include Youth, Older Persons, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) committees. The Commission has called upon all interested aspirants and stakeholders to take note of the adjustment in the electoral roadmap and plan accordingly. This…

Leading Kenyan lawyer and the country’s former Justice Minister, Martha Karua, says she has been deported from Tanzania to prevent her from attending the court case of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Two colleagues accompanying her were also reportedly detained and deported after flying in from neighboring Kenya. Tanzanian authorities have not yet commented. Lissu, who is the leader of Tanzania’s main opposition Chadema party, is due to appear in court after being charged with treason last month. Karua is a respected human rights advocate and a vocal critic of what she calls “democratic backsliding” in East Africa. She has also…

By Patriot Corps Soroti City, Uganda – The National Unity Platform (NUP) Soroti City Chapter convened a high-octane meeting with Ward Chairpersons and party leaders. The gathering was a clarion call to action, aimed at turbocharging the party’s grassroots mobilization efforts. “We are building a movement that belongs to the people, and every leader must be fully committed to our cause,” declared Chairperson George William Okoit. “Our success depends on the active participation of every leader, from the grassroots to the executive level.” Denis Erionu, a key party leader, echoed Okoit’s sentiments, saying, “The people of Soroti City are hungry…