Amolatar district government officially established following appointment of executive committee

4 June 2026, 10:54 pm

By Odur Alphonce and Odongo Gerald

Amolatar district as its government is officially established with the appointment of the district executive committee.

In a council meeting chaired by District Speaker Geoffreey Oyuku, Morish Ogwal Omara, the district chairperson, named his executive team to oversee key administrative functions.

Morish Ogwal designated Margret Olul, the councilor representing older persons, as the district vice chairperson—a decision warmly approved by the council.

Policap Ogang, councilor for Etam Town Council, was appointed Secretary for Finance and Administration.

Meanwhile, Mike Awio, representing Muntu sub-county, took on the role of Secretary for Works and Technical Services.

Akello Harriet, female councilor of Agikdak, was named Secretary for Health and Education. All four secretaries are proud members of the National Resistance Movement.

Chairperson Morish Ogwal urged the newly appointed officials to avoid complacency, warning that their performance will be closely monitored by the community based on clear expectations.

He emphasized that the appointments were carefully balanced across the district’s four major sub-counties, expressing confidence in their abilities to diligently serve the people.

Following the formation of the executive committee, chairperson roles for district committees were also elected.

Honorable Okello Francis Momentum of Amolatar Town Council became Chairperson for Works, while Apio Molly Grace, female councilor for Abeja sub-county, was elected Chairperson for Health.

However, selecting the Chairperson for Finance stirred tension among council members.

Opposition members argued that the position should go to Ayuli Jimmy Okori from Acii sub-county after missing out on previous appointments.

The contest intensified when Alum Vicky, female councilor for Namasale sub-county, was nominated to run against Ayuli.

After a heated debate, a vote was held with Ayuli Jimmy Okori winning 18 to 12 votes.

In interviews following the appointments, Policap Ogang expressed gratitude to Chairperson Morish Ogwal for entrusting him with the finance portfolio, pledging dedication and diligence in his work.

Margret Olul vowed to focus on service delivery and ensure community resources reach the people who need them most.

Mike Awio highlighted his commitment to road construction projects and efficient use of allocated funds.

Councilor Kizito Okwir of Aputi praised the chairperson’s efforts to appoint the secretaries and affirmed the council’s readiness to collaborate fully.

He also committed to advocating for his sub-county’s interests and ensuring resource distribution matches community needs.

Okwir noted the successful full implementation of the restocking initiative within Amolatar district as a positive achievement.

With these key appointments completed, the Amolatar district government is now fully constituted and set to operate for a five-year term, promising progress and effective governance.