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22 April 2026, 11:17 am
NRM Gulu leadership row escalates, DEC moves to fire top bosses
By Gift Okello The District Executive Committee (DEC) of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Gulu has resolved to remove its Chairperson, Ocen Christopher, and Administrator, Cana Brian Alaka following a controversial lockout at the party headquarters. The resolution was…
6 April 2026, 2:37 pm
Gulu City gears up for 2026 Oktoberfest, over 100,000 visitors expected
By Gift Okello Preparations for the 2026 Gulu City Oktoberfest are officially underway, with the Mayor, Alfred Okwanga, confirming that planning meetings are scheduled to begin this April. Speaking to the press at Kaunda Grounds over the weekend, Mayor Okwanga…
2 April 2026, 8:58 pm
LACOBA Marathon draws thousands to Gulu this Easter weekend
By Calnono Emmanuel Upson Thousands of runners are expected to take part in the fourth edition of the LACOBA Marathon, scheduled for this Holy Saturday at Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City. Organised by the Layibi Old Boys Association (LACOBA), the…
2 April 2026, 12:38 pm
Preventable toxins and low screening rates fuel cancer surge in Northern Uganda
By Gift Okello Health experts and local leaders are raising the alarm over a sharp increase in liver cancer cases across Northern Uganda, attributing the rise primarily to poorly stored food and preventable infections. Officials from the Uganda Cancer Institute…
1 April 2026, 11:56 am
Museveni eulogises Mzee Nathan Okori Adiyo as a pillar of unity
By Gift Okello President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has paid tribute to the late Mzee Nathan Okori Adiyo, father of the former Speaker of Parliament, the late Jacob Oulanyah, describing him as a devoted elder. The President’s message was delivered by…
31 March 2026, 5:34 pm
Gulu in climate crossfire as leaders push for immediate action
By Calnono Emmanuel Upson In Northern Uganda, Gulu District Local Government has raised the alarm over worsening climate conditions, warning that communities must urgently adopt climate-smart practices to protect their livelihoods. Authorities say increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, marked by sudden…
30 March 2026, 3:29 pm
Joint security operation dismantles criminal network in Gulu City
By Gift Okello On 24 March 2026, a coordinated, intelligence-led operation by the Uganda Police Force and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces disrupted multiple criminal cells across Gulu City. The crackdown targeted Pece Prisons, Cell-Kyenjere, and surrounding neighbourhoods in a…
30 March 2026, 10:59 am
Gulu city council approves Shs 44.6 billion revised budget for FY 2026/2027
By Gift Okello Gulu City Council has officially approved a revised budget of 44.6 billion shillings for the 2026/2027 financial year. This marks a significant 5-billion-shilling increase compared to the previous year’s allocation. The City Secretary for Finance, Caroline Adong,…
27 March 2026, 12:02 pm
Medical experts in Gulu warn pregnant women against herbal medicine
By Gift Okello Medical professionals in Gulu have issued a stern warning to expectant mothers regarding the dangers of using herbal remedies, citing severe risks to both maternal and fetal health. Speaking at a press conference at Gulu City Yard…
27 March 2026, 9:36 am
Minister Dr. Kenneth Omona urges Acholi farmers to embrace coffee growing
By Gift Okello The Minister for Northern Uganda, Kenneth Omona, has urged farmers in the region to adopt a balanced approach to agriculture by prioritizing both food security and income generation. Speaking on Tuesday during the birthday celebrations of HRH…