Five Prominet Figures Behind Historic Museveni’s Victory Celebrations at Lango College

Five Prominet Figures Behind Historic Museveni’s Victory Celebrations at Lango College

Lira, Uganda; On Saturday, April 18, 2026, thousands of people gathered at Lango College in Lira City to celebrate the re-election of Uganda’s President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The event attracted residents from across the Lango sub-region, marking what organizers described as a landslide victory for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate.

In the 2026 general elections, Museveni reportedly received overwhelming support from the Lango sub-region, with Lira City registering some of the highest vote totals. The celebrations at Lango College were therefore seen as both a political statement and a show of appreciation by local supporters.

The event featured cultural performances, music from local and national artists, and speeches from political leaders. Attendees expressed excitement and pride, waving NRM flags and chanting slogans in support of the president.

In his address, President Museveni thanked the people of Lango for their unity and support. He emphasized the importance of national cohesion and credited God for guiding the country. He also praised voters in the region for what he described as “wise and overwhelming support,” using the local phrase “leb Lango as Kwir ma ber” to commend their decision in the recent elections. 

He further revealed that his plan to distribute free agricultural inputs including coffee and fruits plants to improve on household incomes.

Organizers Behind the Celebration

The success of the event was attributed to a team of dedicated leaders and mobilizers who worked despite early disagreements and logistical challenges.

At the forefront was Joseph Ocwet, Director General of the External Security Organisation, who served as the chief organizer and invited the president . Ocwet highlighted the development achieved under Museveni’s leadership, citing improvements in infrastructure, peace, and security in the Lango region since the president first came to power.

 Five Notable Contributors

1. Isaack Nekyon Odongo

A former parliamentary candidate for Apac Municipality, Nekyon played a central role in grassroots mobilization. He coordinated youth engagement, organized planning meetings, and encouraged community participation in both the elections and the celebrations.

2. Sam Engola

The Member of Parliament-elect for Erute South активно engaged media platforms to promote the event. His outreach efforts helped draw large crowds and increase awareness across the region.

3. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng

A senior leader in Lira City, Jane Ruth Aceng used strategic mobilization approaches to rally support within a short time, contributing significantly to the event’s success.

4. Judith Alyek

As a leader within the Lango Parliamentary Group, Alyek played a key coordinating role, ensuring collaboration among regional leaders and strengthening participation.

5. Balaam Barugahara

Balaam Barugahara was instrumental in mobilizing young people. He reportedly spent several days in Lira overseeing preparations and encouraging youth turnout.

 A Celebration of Political Loyalty

Organizers described the event as a demonstration of loyalty to the NRM, the country, and President Museveni. Ambassador Ocwet is said to have personally supported much of the event’s organization, ensuring it was both large-scale and memorable.

Despite initial disagreements during planning, the celebration ultimately drew a massive turnout and was widely viewed by attendees as a successful and historic occasion for the Lango sub-region.