Nebbi, Uganda: Elders from the Greater Nebbi region have expressed interest in actively participating in and witnessing the 2026 General Election, citing the need to promote peace, credibility and public trust in the electoral process.
The position was announced on Monday, January 12, during a meeting of the Greater Nebbi Elders Council held at Leosim Conference Hall in Nebbi Municipality.
Chairperson of the council, Vasco Kura, said the elders’ involvement in the January 15 general election is anchored in the Constitution of Uganda and reflects their responsibility as senior citizens.
“As council of elders, it is important for us to be part of the January 15 general election process. This gives us a feel of the exercise and allows us to be a point of consultation for future elections,” Canon Kura said.
He noted that elders in the region have lived through several electoral cycles and have a duty to observe, reflect and guide society on what Uganda should be during and after the 2026 general elections.
Canon Kura described the upcoming polls as a critical milestone for political stability in Greater Nebbi, calling on citizens to promote peace and mutual trust.
“Voting is a right. This is the time for everyone to make a choice of leaders and leave no room for lamentations,” he said, while urging politicians, voters and state institutions to avoid confrontation, hate speech and violence.
Council member Henery Mick Rangakech emphasized the need for structured preparation ahead of election day, including briefings and consultative meetings with key stakeholders.
“As council of elders, we need orientations and engagement with the office of the RDC and the Electoral Commission so that our participation is smooth and meaningful,” Rangakech said.
Another elder, John Paskal Wapokurwa, said elders should overcome fear and actively take part in witnessing the electoral process. “We have been entrusted by the people of Greater Nebbi. This is the time to move forward and represent them by witnessing the January 15 general election,” Wapokurwa said.
Rev. Canon Christopher Onyuthi commended the council leadership for initiating the move, saying it would enhance electoral credibility and public confidence. “Our participation as witnesses is the right call and will help build trust among citizens during the elections,” Onyuthi said.
The 2026 General Election will commence this Thursday, January 15, with presidential and parliamentary polls, followed by elections for other positions, including special interest groups, running until February 6.
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