Amuria Town Parish was abuzz with excitement as the St. John the Evangelist Amuria Town Parish celebrated its patron saint.
The event, which drew hundreds of faithful and community members, was marked by inspiring speeches, soulful hymns, and a strong sense of community.
However, one person who undoubtedly stole the show was Margaret Etilu, a leading contender for the Amuria district parliamentary seat.
Etilu, who was in attendance at the celebration, delivered a passionate speech that left the crowd in awe.
She urged the people of Amuria to elect her, citing her dedication to serving the community and her commitment to addressing the district’s pressing issues.
She emphasized her dedication to serving the district, promising to prioritize the needs of the community. 
“I stand before you as a daughter of Amuria, committed to bringing development, unity, and prosperity to our district. Together, we can achieve greatness if we choose leaders who are dedicated to service,” Etilu declared.
But what really caught the attention of the gathering was Etilu’s revelation that she would be embarking on a spiritual journey to Kibeho in Rwanda.
Etilu revealed her plans to embark on a pilgrimage to Kibeho, Rwanda, to pray for peaceful and fair elections in Amuria.
“Peace is the foundation of progress, and I believe that through prayer, we can ensure harmony during this critical time,” she added.
Etilu’s speech comes as she positions herself as a strong contender for the parliamentary seat left vacant by outgoing MP Suzan Amero, who announced her decision not to seek re-election.
Etilu was not the only aspirant in attendance, however.
Anna Grace Ajore and Rebecca Apio, both of whom are vying for the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag, were also present.
The trio will face off in the upcoming NRM party primary elections, with the winner set to replace outgoing MP Suzan Amero.
The trio faces a formidable challenge from the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) candidate Deborah Mary Aleo, who narrowly lost in the last election.
Deborah Mary Aleo, the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) sole candidate, will be a strong contender, having come in second in the previous election.
Aleo has already begun consolidating her support base, making the race one of the most hotly contested in Amuria’s recent political history.
The celebration was led by Bishop of Soroti Catholic Diocese Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Eciru Oliach, who delivered a powerful homily.
He urged Christians to emulate the works of St. John the Apostle and the Evangelist, emphasizing the importance of prayer and faith in their daily lives.
“St. John remained steadfast in his faith and close to Jesus even in the face of adversity. Let his example inspire us to lead lives of prayer and service,” the Bishop urged.
The Bishop also called for unity and peaceful coexistence among the people of Amuria, emphasizing the need for prayerful discernment in choosing leaders.
The Amuria district Assistant RDC Ibwala Moses also addressed the gathering, encouraging the people of Amuria to remain steadfast in their faith, just as the Apostles of Jesus had done.
“Like the Apostles who stood firm in their mission, we too must stay strong and united as a community,” he said.
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