Adjumani candidates agree on campaign schedules ahead of 2026 polls

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The Electoral Commission has convened a campaign harmonisation meeting for all nominated candidates in Adjumani district, during which members agreed on adjusted campaign schedules.

The meeting, held at Lavic Country Hotel, aimed to streamline campaign programmes, promote peaceful elections, and ensure adherence to electoral guidelines during the campaign period.

During the session, candidates and their representatives discussed proposed campaign timetables, identified potential areas of conflict, and agreed on amendments intended to promote harmony throughout the process.

Adjumani district returning officer, Christine Akao, emphasised the importance of mutual respect among candidates, urging them to desist from abusive language, bribery, use of government property, and incitement of violence during campaigns.

"I advise all the candidates to ensure their supporters adhere to the guidelines. Adjumani is known for violence, especially the damaging of posters. I also advise the candidates to follow the campaign programmes to avoid collisions," Akoa remarked.

The harmonisation meeting is considered a key step in preparations for the forthcoming general elections.

Meanwhile, the officer-in-charge of Adjumani Central Police Station, ASP Odong Raymond, called upon candidates to cooperate with security agencies and cautioned them against holding processions during campaigns.

"If we all follow these things (the guidelines), we shall not have a clash between the security and the candidates. I encourage the candidates to preach to their supporters so that they don't conflict with the law," Odong emphasised.

In his remarks, the deputy district internal security officer (DISO) for Adjumani, Bosco Ogirasa, said security would not tolerate any form of violence and encouraged candidates to observe national security guidelines.

Arthur Kaijuka, a campaign agent for Ben Anyama, the incumbent LC5 chairperson nominated on an independent ticket, appreciated the Electoral Commission for convening the meeting, citing several cases of violence in previous elections.

Meanwhile, Tandrupasi Patrick, an FDC candidate for Adjumani West, appealed to security agencies to treat all candidates equally during the campaigns.

"Most opposition candidates are treated differently from others by the security. I request they treat all of us equally as per the guidelines without any form of discrimination. The security has a tendency of blocking and intimidating us, which is unfair," Tandrupasi lamented.

Adjumani district has a total of 12 candidates successfully nominated to contest for both parliamentary seats and the LC5 chairperson position.

According to Electoral Commission guidelines, official campaigns will run from November 10, 2025, to January 13, 2026.