Aruu North MP Hon. Santa Okot wishes P.7 candidates success in national exams

2 November 2025, 17:35

By Ekel Bonny Daniel

Aruu North County Member of Parliament, Hon. Santa Okot, has extended her heartfelt wishes to all Primary Seven candidates in Aruu North, Pader District, the Acholi Sub-region, and Uganda at large, as they prepare to sit for the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) scheduled for 3rd–4th November 2025.

Hon. Santa applauded teachers especially those serving in government schools for their unwavering commitment to ensuring continuous learning, even during the recent period of industrial action.

“Our teachers have shown a good heart. They stood with the candidates amid challenges to ensure they are prepared. I deeply appreciate their dedication,” Hon. Santa said.

She urged learners to maintain calmness, confidence, and faith in their abilities.

“Believe that you are going to pass. Your future starts now embrace it with courage,” she encouraged.

Mock Results Present Challenges, Inspire Renewed Determination

The district’s mock examination performance has added urgency to calls for improvement.

Out of 3,504 registered candidates, 1,781 candidates (50.5%) did not pass, while only 94 pupils (2.7%) managed to achieve Division I.

Leaders say that while the figures are worrying, they have intensified the focus on success in the national PLE starting tomorrow.

The Chairperson of the Pader Headteachers’ Association, Mr. Justine Okello Abolo, confirmed that teacher efforts have been relentless in helping candidates prepare.

He reported that briefing of candidates was successfully completed on Friday, 31st October 2025.

“Teachers have done their best. Headteachers must now ensure the wellbeing of our candidates during these two days,” he stated. “Parents should take the lead in ensuring learners report early and enter the examination rooms ready.”

He also urged UNEB officials, including chief invigilators and scouts, to uphold professionalism and integrity.

The Pader District Secretary for Education, Mr. Ojok Phillips Obalim Adonga, affirmed that the district is fully set to conduct the examinations.

A total of 3,505 candidates will sit for PLE across 72 examination centres, up from 70 last year, reflecting improved education coverage.

“We expect the best outcomes. Parents should give children peace of mind so nothing interferes with their concentration,” Mr. Adonga said. “May God guide and protect all our candidates.”

As powerful voices in leadership, teaching, and parenting unite behind education, the district is filled with hope that Pader’s children will excel and shine beyond tomorrow.

Good luck to all P.7 candidates your success is the pride of Pader District!