Napak RDC Milton Odongo, Hails Lotee Gideon’s Withdrawal as NRM Intensifies Grassroots Mobilization.
By Okidi Patrick
NAPAK, UGANDA —December 9 , 2025: In a strategic shift, the Napak Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Milton Odongo, has welcomed the withdrawal of local candidate Lotee Gideon from the political race, signaling a renewed focus on consolidating support for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential campaign. The move aims to alleviate mobilization pressures in the expansive district and channel energy into a “carpet-level” outreach across all 59 parishes of Napak, part of the broader Karamoja region.
RDC Odongo emphasized that the NRM’s campaign in Napak would center on promoting the party’s manifesto, celebrating four decades of achievement, and safeguarding progress made over the years. “All hands must be on deck to ensure every vote in Napak and Karamoja goes to the NRM presidential candidate. There is no room for division—this is a movement of fundamental change,” he declared, echoing a unified call from local leaders.
The withdrawal of Gideon, a prominent figure in the district, is seen as a pivotal moment for the NRM. Sources indicate the decision was made to streamline efforts ahead of the polls, allowing the party to strengthen its grassroots presence. Odongo stated that this would enable the NRM to counter potential challenges and maintain momentum in a region critical to the party’s national strategy.
Campaigners have taken to the parishes with a vivid message: “Everything is yellow—including the animals.” The slogan, referencing the NRM’s signature color, underscores an all-out push to mobilize voters. From community gatherings to door-to-door outreach, the NRM is leveraging the district’s vast network of parishes to reinforce its 40-year legacy. Key pledges include infrastructure development, healthcare improvements, and youth empowerment, all framed as evidence of the NRM’s long-term vision.
Karamoja, historically a stronghold of political contests, has seen the NRM emphasize regional progress under its leadership. Napak, in particular, has become a symbol of the party’s resilience, with local leaders asserting that the district’s support will determine national electoral outcomes. “This is not about individual ambitions. It’s about the NRM’s gospel—the achievements we have built over four decades,” said a campaign spokesperson.
Political analysts note the significance of Napak’s mobilization, which could influence voter behavior across Karamoja. The NRM’s strategy appears to blend grassroots engagement with symbolic unity, as the “yellow” campaign gains traction even among remote communities. Animal herders, traders, and elders have been observed donning yellow attire or adorning their livestock with the color, a testament to the campaign’s reach.
As the campaign enters its final stretch, the RDC’s office has urged locals to “stand as one,” rejecting what they call “selfish politics.” With mobilization efforts now fully aligned, the NRM’s focus remains on securing an overwhelming mandate in Napak—a district the party claims will once again deliver its enduring vision.
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