Mystery in Agago as Woman Dies Hours After NRM Party Festivities

9 May 2025, 8:28 AM

By David Ojok Jr.

The police in agago district are investigating the mysterious death of a 49-year-old woman, Anek Rose, a resident of Lajokena central Village, tenge Parish in Geregere Sub-county, who was found dead a day after attending a political celebration party.

According to preliminary police findings, Anek Rose had participated in a celebration on Monday, 6th May 2025, at the home of Odida Robert, who had just won the NRM party flag in the LC1 primaries.

The event, held in Geregere Sub-county, was reportedly attended by several members of the local community.
At around 9:00 AM during the celebrations, Anek is said to have suddenly become unconscious while seated on a chair. Witnesses at the scene stated that she was left to rest in the hope that she would recover. However, in a shocking turn of events, she was discovered dead the following day, Tuesday, 7th May 2025, at around midday.

A case of sudden death has since been registered at Omot Police Post and Statements have been taken from several individuals who were present during the party.

The deceased’s body has been transported to Kalongo Hospital Mortuary, where a post-mortem examination is being conducted. Medical personnel have also collected samples for toxicological analysis to determine whether poisoning or any other substance could have been involved.

Police say that no arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident as authorities work to piece together the events that led to Anek’s untimely death.

Speaking to the press, IP Oloya Joe, the Regional Police Spokesperson for Aswa East Region, confirmed that inquiries are underway and urged the public to remain calm as the truth is established.