A tribunal ruling has cleared the path for government spokesperson Ofwono Opondo to enter Parliament without facing electoral competition. The National Resistance Movement veteran will represent older persons from the Eastern Region after his Democratic Party challenger withdrew following findings of document falsification.
Justice Simon Mugyenyi Byamukama led the Electoral Commission panel that examined the case against opponent Mpande Joram Kigenyi. The tribunal determined that Kigenyi submitted fraudulent materials during the nomination process, prompting him to abandon his candidacy. Opondo announced the development through social media on Tuesday, confirming his status as the sole candidate for the seat.
The position falls within Parliament's special interest group allocations, which reserve representation for older citizens, workers, young people, and persons with disabilities. Opondo serves as Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre and has maintained membership in the ruling party throughout his career. His unopposed victory strengthens NRM control over these designated legislative seats.
Justice Simon Mugyenyi Byamukama led the Electoral Commission panel that examined the case against opponent Mpande Joram Kigenyi. The tribunal determined that Kigenyi submitted fraudulent materials during the nomination process, prompting him to abandon his candidacy. Opondo announced the development through social media on Tuesday, confirming his status as the sole candidate for the seat.
The position falls within Parliament's special interest group allocations, which reserve representation for older citizens, workers, young people, and persons with disabilities. Opondo serves as Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre and has maintained membership in the ruling party throughout his career. His unopposed victory strengthens NRM control over these designated legislative seats.
