Sironko District NRM Chairperson Hajj Lumolo Calls for Robust Mobilisation as LC1 Elections Draw Near

SIRONKO – The Sironko District National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairman, Hajj Mafabi Sulaiman Lumolo, has urged party leaders at the grassroots to intensify mobilization, unity and vigilance ahead of the forthcoming Local Council I (LC1) and Women's Council elections scheduled for later this month.

Addressing Sub-county NRM Chairpersons and members of the District Executive Committee (DEC) on Friday, Hajj Lumolo emphasized the importance of thorough preparation to ensure the ruling party maintains its strong support across the district during the electoral exercise.

The meeting focused on harmonizing party structures, strengthening coordination among grassroots leaders and outlining strategies to ensure effective mobilization of voters in every village. Hajj Lumolo called upon all party officials to work closely with local communities, encourage eligible voters to participate in the electoral process and uphold the principles of discipline and peaceful campaigns.

He reminded the leaders that the elections are the foundation of the NRM's organizational structure and will play a critical role in strengthening the party ahead of subsequent electoral activities.

"The strength of the NRM begins at the village level. Every party leader must remain active, united and committed to ensuring that our structures are well organized and our supporters fully participate in these elections," Hajj Lumolo told the gathering.

The engagement comes as the Electoral Commission rolls out its comprehensive roadmap for the nationwide Local Council and Women's Council elections covering Uganda's 71,214 villages. The electoral exercise is being implemented under a government budget of approximately Shs56 billion and is intended to renew grassroots leadership structures across the country.

According to the Electoral Commission roadmap, voter registration and compilation of the village voters' register will take place from July 6 to July 10, 2026. During this period, eligible residents will register to participate in both the Local Council and Women's Council electoral processes.

The first major electoral activity will be the Village Women's Committee elections on July 23, 2026, followed by the highly anticipated LC1 Chairperson elections on July 28, 2026.

The LC1 elections will be conducted under Uganda's multi-party political system using the public lining-up method. Voting is scheduled between 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., after which election officials will immediately declare the results. Successful chairpersons will then oversee the formation and approval of the remaining ten members of the Village Executive Committee later in the day.

Following the completion of the village elections, the Women's Council electoral process will continue through successive electoral colleges at parish, sub-county, district and national levels, creating leadership structures that culminate in the National Women's Council.

The Electoral Commission has also reminded all prospective candidates who are public servants or government employees that the law requires them to resign from public office at least 30 days before the official nomination dates if they intend to contest for positions in the LC1, LC2 or Women's Council structures.

During the Sironko meeting, party leaders pledged to intensify grassroots mobilization, sensitize communities on the Electoral Commission guidelines and ensure that all NRM supporters are adequately prepared to participate in the elections.

The leaders also underscored the need for peaceful campaigns, adherence to the party constitution and compliance with the Electoral Commission's electoral guidelines to guarantee free, fair and credible elections.

With voter registration set to commence on July 6, the NRM leadership in Sironko says it is confident that early planning, effective coordination and sustained grassroots engagement will strengthen the party's structures and ensure successful participation in the 2026 Local Council and Women's Council elections.

The forthcoming elections are expected to lay the foundation for local governance by electing village leaders who will serve as the first point of administration and representation for communities across Uganda while also establishing Women's Council structures that will champion women's participation in leadership and community development.