EXCLUSIVE!! MP Alyek Takes Early Leads Against NRM’s Opio Acuti for Kole North MP Seat One Month After Her Declaration

A Battle to Watch: MP Alyek Takes Early Leads Against NRM’s Opio Acuti for Kole North MP Seat One Month After Her Declaration

By our reporter 

Kole, Uganda —The contest for the Kole North parliamentary seat is heating up as Kole Woman Member of Parliament, Judith Alyek, who recently declared her candidacy, has taken an early lead in the race just one month after officially announcing her intention to contest. Alyek, running as an independent candidate, is challenging the incumbent, Dr. Samuel Opio Acuti of the National Resistance Movement (NRM).

Since her declaration, Alyek has gained significant momentum among voters, especially in key areas such as Okwerodot, Alito, and parts of Aboke. Her campaign has been marked by active community mobilization, with a focus on grassroots engagement and development promises. Notably, her support within NRM loyalist circles has grown, as she publicly endorses the party’s presidential candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, which has bolstered her standing among NRM supporters.

Alyek’s campaign emphasizes tangible development initiatives aimed at improving living standards in Kole North. Recently, she distributed cocoa seedlings in partnership with local stakeholders and agricultural experts, aiming to boost wealth creation and agricultural productivity—a key sector in the region. During this event, she reiterated her commitment to fostering economic growth through sustainable farming practices and strengthening local partnerships to benefit farmers and small-scale entrepreneurs.

Her outreach also includes promises to enhance education, healthcare, and infrastructure, with a focus on empowering women and youth to participate actively in the region’s development.

Community members like Betty Akello expressed confidence in Alyek’s ability to secure the seat, stating, “We are ready to elect Judith Alyek as our MP for Kole North. She understands our needs and is committed to representing us effectively.” This early show of support indicates a favorable reception for Alyek’s campaign, although political analysts caution that the race remains unpredictable.

The upcoming weeks are expected to be pivotal as campaigns intensify and nominations for parliamentary candidates will be finalized. Political analysts suggest that while Alyek’s early lead could boost her campaign’s momentum, the outcome will depend heavily on voter turnout, campaign strategies, and last-minute developments.

The race is also being watched closely because of its potential implications for local politics and the broader national landscape, especially with the upcoming general elections slated for next year. Many observers believe that Alyek’s independent bid could influence the dynamics of the race, possibly attracting voters dissatisfied with some of the party’s candidates.

As the campaign period progresses, all eyes will be on Kole North to see if Alyek can maintain her early lead or if the incumbent, Dr. Samuel Opio Acuti, will rally support to defend his seat. With nomination processes underway and voter engagement increasing, the battle for Kole North’s parliamentary seat promises to be an intriguing and closely contested race.