2026 Parliamentary Race in Lango Sub-Region: Who’s In and Who’s Out?

2026 Parliamentary Race in Lango Sub-Region: Who’s In and Who’s Out?

By Tayari News Uganda

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has officially released the results of the 2026 general election for parliamentary seats in Uganda’s Lango sub-region, held on January 15, 2026. The contest, marked by a significant generational shift in political representation, saw long-serving politicians and senior ministers ousted, while a mix of newcomers and seasoned returnees claimed victory.

A New Political Era
The election results reflect a stark realignment in Lango, traditionally a stronghold for the National Resistance Movement (NRM). While the NRM retained control in many constituencies, the Uganda Peoples’ Congress (UPC) made notable gains, and as well some of their senior leaders were also unseated, signaling a rejection of entrenched political dynasties and a push toward fresh faces.

Winners: District-by-District Breakdown
Here’s a full list of elected representatives in the Lango sub-region:

Apac District
Patrick Ocan (IND) – Apac Municipality
Otim Odoc (NRM) –Maruzi North
Ebong Acuda (UPC) – Maruzi county
Betty Engola (NRM) – Apac WMP.
Meanwhile in Kwania District,
Eron Tony (NRM) –
Ongu Tar (UPC),
Auma Kenny Lapat (UPC) – Kwania WMP.
Kole District
Dr. Opio Sanuel Acuti (NRM) – Kole North
Okot Boniface (NRM) – Kole South
Acan Sandra (NRM) – Woman MP for Kole.
Oyam District
Ogwang Obura (NRM) –
Apio Otuku (UPC) – Oyam North
Santa Alum (UPC) – Oyam Woman MP.
Lira District:

Ongom Patrick Aregedeng (NRM) – Erute North
Engola Sam (NRM) – Erute South constituency.
Linda Agness Auma (NRM) – Woman MP
Lira City:

Ebong Eyit (UPC) – Lira City West Division.
Alyela Denis Omodi (NRM) – Lira City East Division
Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero (NRM) – Woman MP Lira city.
In Otuke District all the incumbent MPs bounced back to the 12th parliament.
Acon Julius Bua (NRM) – Otuke East
Omara Paul (NRM) – Otuke County
Abeja Susan (NRM) – Woman MP Otuke District.
However, in Alebtong District,
Elem Leo (UPC) – won Moroto Constituency MP seat.
Ajuri [ Unavailable.probably set for another voting in 18 polling station where results is still pending untill 27th January 2026.
Dr. Lakica Mercy (NRM) – Woman MP
In Dokolo District,the winners are,
Joseph Ogwal Jones (NRM) – Dokolo North
Opito Vincent (UPC) – Dokolo south
Aguti Sarah Nyangkori (UPC) – Woman MP.
Meanwhile , Amolatar District all the elected MPs are under UPC tickets only.They are ;
Ocen Geoffrey Kiring (UPC)
Angwec Colline (UPC)
Auma Jannet (UPC) – Woman MP.
Sources confirmed that several long-serving NRM and UPC leaders, including prominent MPs, were voted out. Notable figures reportedly unseated include; Felix Okot Ogong, Olobo James Dubai, Ayoo Tonny, Okwir Samuel Odwee, Hon. Minister Betty Amongi, Akello Christine (Gwoka Dako), Odur Johnathan, Okello Lemba, Akora Maxwell Ebong, Ogwal Goli Moses, Acen Dorcas , Okot Bitek Junior, Atim Agness Apea, among others], paving the way for a new generation of politicians to join the 12th parliament.

Political Dynamics
The UPC’s strong performance in key constituencies like Amolatar, Kwania, Dokolo and part of Alebtong district highlights their Moblization style. Meanwhile, the NRM’s hold on urban centers and districts like Lira, Lira City and Otuke underscores its resilienceand protecting the gains. Analysts suggest the generational shift may reflect broader disenchantment among Lango youth with traditional political structures.