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Joy in Apac, silence in Lira as Museveni begins seventh term

Joy in Apac, silence in Lira as Museveni begins seventh term

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Uganda Monitor
Published on 2026-05-12 12:37:41

As President Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for a seventh term on Tuesday, celebrations across Lango sub-region played out in stark contrast.

In Apac, supporters flooded the streets in yellow T-shirts, dancing through the morning. NRM grassroots mobilisers moved through town with a road drive, rallying people for an evening entertainment event set for later at Mebos Lounge in Apac Municipality.

“We fought for this victory, and I’m celebrating our collective effort,” said Patrick Oruk, an NRM supporter.

For Alex Adimo, the joy came from peace…

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