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38 Lango Lower Local Governments excel in 2025 assessment despite gaps

18 April 2026, 6:48 pm

2025 Lower Local Governments performance assessment report.

By Baker Okello

At least 38 sub-counties, town councils and divisions across the Lango sub-region have emerged as top performers in the 2025 credibility assessment of Lower Local Governments (LLGs), largely driven by improvements in technical compliance.

According to the 2025 performance assessment report released on Thursday by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and verified by independent evaluators, the region has registered steady progress. Earlier assessments under the Local Government Management of Service Delivery (LGMSD) framework showed overall performance increasing to an average of 57% in 2023. However, challenges in accountability and effective resource utilisation persist in 2025.

The report ranked the top four LLGs in each district across Lango. In Alebtong District, the leading performers are Awei, Amugu, Adwari and Amugu Town Council. Kwania District’s top LLGs include Inomo, Nambyeso, Inomo Town Council and Atongtidi, while Apac District is represented by Akokoro Town Council, Chegere, Akokoro and Apoi.

In Amolatar District, Abeja, Amolatar Town Council, Agikdak and Nalubwoyo made the list, while Otuke District’s top performers are Orum, Alango, Ogor and Barjobi. Dokolo District includes Amwoma, Bata Town Council, Okwalongwen and Okwongodul, whereas Oyam District features Aber, Kamdini Town Council, Ngai and Otwal.

Kole District’s best-performing LLGs are Ayer, Kole Town Council, Alito and Bala. In Lira District, Aromo, Ogur, Amach Town Council and Amach Sub-county stood out. Meanwhile, Lira City West Division scored an impressive 97%, outperforming Lira City East Division, which scored 85%.

Commenting on the findings, Simon Obong Opio, the Dean of Lango LCIII Chairpersons, emphasised that strong performance depends on improved accountability, proper documentation, timely submission of reports, and regular self-assessment in line with established guidelines. He also noted that better utilisation of local resources—through enhanced revenue generation and support to local economies—can significantly boost financial performance.

Simon Obong Opio on LLG performance and service delivery in Lango.

Despite the progress recorded, the report highlights a persistent gap between administrative compliance on paper and the actual delivery of services at community level.