AMOLATAR
The Electoral Commission (EC) has cleared nine candidates to contest for the Amolatar District Chairperson (LCV) seat, setting the stage for a hotly contested election.
The district Returning Officer, Ms. Irene, confirmed on Friday that all nine aspirants were duly nominated during the two-day exercise. She urged the candidates to run peaceful, issue-based campaigns in line with electoral guidelines.
“The Commission has duly nominated nine candidates to contest for the LCV Chairperson seat. We expect them to engage in campaigns that are free from violence and personal attacks,” Ms. Nakiru said.
The Candidates include both political party flag bearers and independents. They are; James Auma (NRM), Charles Okello Dicken (UPC), Bill Dicken Olal Agambo (NUP), Sam Peter Onyang (FDC), and Charles Osendro (Independent).
Others are Nelson Ecam (Independent), Ambrose Orech (Independent), Gorge Remba Okello (Independent), and Morish Ogwal Omara (Independent).
Candidates who spoke to Parrots Media pledged to ensure good governance, accountability, and service delivery.
Independent candidate Nelson Ecam promised effective management of resources and strict monitoring of government programmes, while FDC’s Onyang vowed to hold corrupt officials accountable and improve the health and education sectors.
On the other hand, NRM’s Auma placed youth empowerment and poverty eradication at the centre of his campaign, pledging to “eradicate poverty through skilling and economic empowerment.” Similarly, Ambrose Orech said he would prioritise youth and women empowerment through lobbying and economic initiatives.
Other candidates highlighted development and inclusivity. Morish Ogwal Omara pledged to make Amolatar “a model district in the region,” while Gorge Remba Okello promised a transformative and people-centred leadership. Charles Osendro called for respect for all citizens and participatory governance.
The nomination marks the official start of campaigns in the district. With nine candidates in the race, voters in Amolatar are expected to weigh competing visions on governance, development, and economic empowerment ahead of polling day.
