Incumbent DK Odongo ( UPC) Badly Defeated in LC 5 Election Race By NRM fresh Blood In Alebtong

Ambrose Ongom Ongom Defeats Incumbent DK Odongo in Alebtong LC5 Race 

It was a dark day for the incumbent Alebtong District LC5 Chairperson, DK Odongo, who suffered a decisive defeat in the just-concluded local government elections held on 22nd January 2026. Odongo lost the seat to Ambrose Ongom Ongom , a former LC5 councillor and the NRM flag bearer, in a highly contested race.

According to results announced by the Alebtong District Returning Officer, Ambrose Ongom Ongom emerged the overall winner after securing the highest number of votes**, defeating the incumbent DK Odongo along with other contenders in the race. The outcome marked a significant political shift in the district’s leadership.

Following the announcement of the results, DK Odongo **conceded defeat , thanking his supporters and pledging to remain committed to serving the people of Alebtong in other capacities. He called for unity and cooperation, urging residents to support the incoming leadership for the development of the district.

In his victory speech, Ambrose Ongom Ongom, a **trained engineer** who previously served as a district councillor, expressed gratitude to the people of Alebtong for entrusting him with the mandate to lead. He described the win as a reflection of the community’s desire for change and renewed leadership.

“I am deeply humbled by the confidence the people of Alebtong have placed in me,” Ongom said. “I pledge to work tirelessly to improve service delivery, strengthen infrastructure, and uplift the socio-economic well-being of our people.”

He further emphasized his commitment to addressing long-standing challenges in the district, noting that Alebtong has for years struggled with **ineffective leadership, poor infrastructure, and limited access to basic services**. Ongom promised an inclusive administration that will work closely with local leaders, civil servants, and development partners to drive progress.

The elections were largely peaceful, with voters turning up in significant numbers, signaling strong public interest in the district’s political future.