By Editorial,
The race for the Laroo-Pece Division parliamentary seat has taken a dramatic turn after independent candidate, Caesar Lubangakene withdrew from the contest.
Mr. Lubangakene a NUP member but independent candidate, notified the Electoral Commission of his decision in a letter dated November 20, as confirmed by Mr. Mike Jjuko, the Electoral Commission Returning Officer for Gulu City.
Kasese Guide Radio has learnt that Mr. Lubangakene’s decision followed a meeting involving him, three other candidates, and Hon. Norbert Mao, the Democratic Party President General who doubles as the Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs. The development now narrows the field ahead of what is expected to be a competitive contest between Mao and the incumbent, Fr. Charles Onen, who is seeking a second term in Parliament on an independent ticket. END
