UPC declares interest in Dokolo woman MP Seat by-election.

     UPC's head of media Muzeyi Faizo 

The leadership of Uganda people’s Congress an opposition political party, have expressed their interest to actively participate in the upcoming Dokolo District woman member of parliament by-elections. The position fell vacant after the demise of late Hon. Cecilia Ogwal nicknamed the “iron lady” who passed away on 18th January 2024.

This was confirmed by UPC’s head of media and communications Muzeyi Faizo during their weekly press briefing at their party headquarters in Kampala.

“UPC wishes to inform and confirm to both the general public and entire membership that the Party is ready to compete in the Dokolo District by-elections.” Faizo stated

The announcement comes after the Independent Electoral Commission of Uganda, released a detailed road map for the by-elections early this week on Monday 12th.

According to Faizo, their political party shall field candidates for the District Woman Member of Parliament,Local Government Councils and Special Interest Groups in Dokolo District.

He however disclosed that at the moment, UPC’s National leadership is currently working hand in hand with the local party leadership to organise the Dokolo District conference which will produce their flag bearers for all the vacant elective positions as declared by the Electoral Commission.

“The general public and membership shall be informed about the outcome of this process accordingly.” Faizo said

He further called upon all UPC local leadership and entire membership in Dokolo District to give a close attention and participate in all electoral activities leading to polling days of SIGs, MP and the local government councils respectively.

“as UPC, we believe that the party shall unveil and present strong flag bearers for nominations scheduled for 11th – 12th March 2024 and we are confident that they will deliver victory to UPC.” He narrated

At the same juncture, Faizo called upon the citizens to emulate the character and beliefs that the late Archbishop Janani Luwum stood out for as the country prepares to mark his 47th day on the 16th February 2023.