AMUCA/KAKOGE/BARAPWO – In a significant show of grassroots momentum, Parliamentary hopeful Eddy Morris Ogweng received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from voters in Amuca, Barapwo, and Kakoge wards during his latest campaign tour. Residents in the three wards openly assured him of their votes, citing a deep-seated frustration with the lack of development in Lira City West Division.
Addressing charged crowds, Ogweng, who is vying for the Lira City West Division Member of Parliament seat, launched a sharp critique of the current representation. He stated that for the past five years, "the voice of Lira City West has not been heard in parliament," a silence he directly blamed for the constituency's persistent lack of clean water, unreliable electricity, poor road networks, and stunted development.
"Look around you. Our roads are in a sorry state, many still struggle for clean water, and electricity is a luxury for some. This is not a coincidence," Ogweng declared. "It is a direct result of having an MP who does not speak up for you in the national assembly and is too far from the government to effectively lobby for projects. That era of silence and neglect ends now."
Positioning himself as the antidote, Ogweng confidently asserted that he is the right choice to turn the tide. He pointed to his profile as the most vocal and prominent candidate among the five contestants, arguing that Lira City West needs a fierce advocate, not another mute representative.
Crucially, Ogweng highlighted his perceived connections as a key differentiator. "I am not only vocal but also well-connected to the government and internationally. These connections are not for personal gain; they are tools I will use to lobby, attract development, and ensure Lira City West is finally on the national agenda," he promised.
The message resonated strongly with voters in the three wards, who expressed their readiness for a change. "We have been forgotten for too long. We need someone who will speak and be heard in Kampala. Ogweng has the voice and the links we need," said one resident of Kakoge.
As the campaign intensifies, Ogweng's blend of stark criticism, promises of effective lobbying, and his perceived accessibility compared to the incumbent appears to be striking a chord with a constituency hungry for development and audible representation.
