Patrick Abal, the Awitong (Clan chief) of Arak- Ongoda clan remembers how the late Otoa steered Lango to unity, organizing the first ever Lango conference in 2012 which saw all the people of Lango including those in diaspora converging together at Uganda Technical College (UTC) Lira to foster development of Lango.
Among the schools to benefit from the project include Minakulu primary school, Dr. Oryang secondary school, Abdullah Anyuru and Atapara senior secondary school, among other schools in the district.
According to records from the Kwania District Environment Department, approximately 539.3 hectares of the district’s 1,012 hectares of wetland have already been encroached upon by residents, primarily for activities such as rice farming and the establishment of settlements. T
James Okot Ojwiya, a mediator at Acholi Cultural Institution, told Uganda Radio Network that in the past, each chief had at least three granaries at their palace, filled with various foodstuffs farmed or given by their subjects.
Police have since opened a case of suspected murder. Lakica, a pupil at St. Joseph Nursery and Primary School, reportedly left home on Friday, April 25, 2025, heading to school with other children.
In an interview, Kenneth Omona Olusegun, the Minister of State for Northern Uganda, revealed that, unlike previous phases, NUSAF IV will target all areas that suffered from the war’s aftermath.
Dr. Kenneth Omona, the State Minister for Northern Uganda Rehabilitation, revealed the development during a recent site visit to Maruzi Ranch in Akokoro Sub County. He noted that the funds will be disbursed in the 2025/2026 financial year.
The warning follows a tragic incident at Ngai Senior Secondary School, where Immaculate Ayo, a Senior One student, died after a stampede triggered by a phone battery explosion.
The establishment of the 1995 Constitution, coupled with the enactment of the Land Act CAP 227, saw the ownership of the ranch revert to the government under the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Animal Industries.
The MPs are encouraging the people of Northern Uganda to embrace economic empowerment through agriculture, specifically by growing high-value crops such as coffee and cocoa, which are gaining strong global market traction.
Santa Okot, the Aruu Constituency member of parliament in Agago District and a member of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Malaria, has urged school heads and administrators to establish malaria clubs in all schools.
Omona’s statement follows back-to-back criticism by several leaders, especially from the Acholi Sub-region over time, who argue that despite massive government spending, the region remains among the poorest in the country.
Okellakwo Walter Lukwia, the chairperson of Omoro Town Council and head of its security committee, expressed dismay, saying his office was not informed about the reasons behind the removal of police from the area.
The training, implemented by the International Justice Mission (IJM) in partnership with the Ministry of Local Government, aims to enhance the capabilities of LC members in executing their roles effectively.
According to Joe Oloya, the Aswa East Regional Public Relations Officer, the region is grappling with the alarming trend, prompting calls for enhanced community policing initiatives.
Delivering his speech during the World Malaria Day 2025 commemoration, Dr. Medard K. Bitekyerezo, the UCCM Chairperson, commended the Government of Uganda, civil society organizations, and development partners for prioritizing evidence-based approaches.
According to Dr. Alfred Kinyera, the Kitgum District Veterinary Officer, the team expects to vaccinate 67,000 head of cattle and 97,000 goats and sheep. The campaign will run for approximately two months, ending on June 17th.
The call follows the cleansing ceremony held last week in Gulu City, where a section of former LRA abductees underwent traditional rituals symbolizing forgiveness and reconciliation in Acholi.
