Another Journey of Hope Begins for Lango as Dr. Aceng Takes Oath to Continue Serving Lira City for the Next Five Years

Kampala, Uganda:A new chapter of leadership and hope has officially begun for the people of Lango as Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero was sworn in to continue serving as the Woman Member of Parliament for Lira City.

The swearing-in ceremony, currently being conducted in Kampala by the Government of Uganda, marks the official beginning of duty for newly elected Members of Parliament from across the country. More than 100 legislators today took the oath of office at Parliament in Kampala, officially confirming their mandate to represent their constituents for the next five years.

Among those sworn in was the influential Lango leader and Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero, whose leadership continues to inspire many across the sub-region. Widely known as the “Heartbeat of Lango,” Dr. Aceng has earned admiration for her commitment to health services, education support, youth empowerment, and infrastructural development in Lira City and beyond.

Moments after the swearing-in ceremony, celebrations erupted across Lira City and different parts of Lango as supporters expressed excitement and confidence in her continued leadership. Songs praising Dr. Aceng, popularly known by many locals as “ Aceng Ocero yin pwod idok adoka I Parliament ” were played on several local radio stations as residents celebrated what they described as a victory for progress and development.

Accompanied by her husband, Dr. Andrew Ocero, and others supporters during the ceremony in Kampala, Dr. Aceng thanked God and the people of Lira City for the overwhelming love, trust, and support they have continued to show her throughout her political journey.

Dr. Aceng has gained massive support across Lango due to her visible contributions toward community development and her dedication during challenging moments, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when she served the country tirelessly as Minister of Health.

Meanwhile, close sources have revealed that Dr. Jane “Imat” Aceng is preparing a grand thanksgiving celebration to appreciate her supporters following her successful swearing-in. The event is expected to attract thousands of supporters and several high-profile leaders, with expectations that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, often referred to by supporters as “the father of the gains,” could be among the dignitaries to be praised during the celebrations.

As she officially begins another term in Parliament, many people in Lango believe Dr. Aceng’s renewed mandate represents continuity, hope, and a stronger voice for the region’s development agenda.