A section of Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) delegates from Soroti City East have officially endorsed the incumbent Woman Member of Parliament, Hon. Joan Alobo Acom, to retain the party flag ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 general elections.
In a well-attended consultative meeting held at her residence in Soroti City on Wednesday, dozens of party delegates and grassroots structure leaders affirmed their unwavering support for Alobo’s reelection bid.
They hailed her as a symbol of unity, resilience, and effective leadership within the FDC.
The delegates, drawn from various wards and cells of Soroti City East, cited Hon. Alobo’s vibrant performance in Parliament and her consistent presence in the constituency as key reasons for their support.
“Much above all, the party and its structural members still say they need Alobo,” one of the delegates said.
“The Alobo brand is still needed in FDC and in the city to ensure that we fight for the people. We have strategized on how to win these elections, and I am confident that with today’s discussions on unity and solidarity, we are set for victory.”
Joan Alobo, who currently serves as the FDC flag bearer for Soroti City Woman MP, is expected to face off with Ms. Juliet Agonyo in the forthcoming party primaries.
However, her supporters say the overwhelming backing from grassroots leaders gives her a head start in the race.
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Alobo confirmed that she had launched her reelection consultations, starting with key delegates and members of the party structures.
“Today I officially kicked off the meetings and consultations. This meeting brought together all delegates of Soroti City East and even those who are not delegates but are part of the party structures,” Alobo said. “This meeting signifies our commitment to unity and strength as a party.”
She emphasized that her engagement with the party structures was not new, but the current round of consultations was unique for its inclusiveness and timing.
“These consultations are not just happening because primaries are around the corner,” she added.
“I have been doing them all along, but this one is special. It has brought together members from the cell level to the ward level. We are now working hand in hand to ensure that FDC regains and retains its strong footing.”
Hon. Alobo used the opportunity to dismiss growing narratives that the FDC was weakening, especially in the Teso sub-region.
“This meeting is a testament that FDC is still very strong. If we can nominate over 700 aspirants in just one district, that alone is proof that the party has gained momentum,” she declared, drawing applause.
She further described the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) as “a dying horse.”
“The NRM has reached its evenings, and the signs are all over. Their cries are just drops in the ocean. Teso still remains a deep blue zone, and we shall defend the FDC ideology, its flag, and its manifesto in this region.”
Alobo thanked all party members who had shown interest in elective positions and called on them to remain loyal to the FDC cause.
“I want to thank everybody who has picked nomination forms under FDC. This alone shows we are bigger than NRM in Soroti and beyond. FDC remains the only party that will deliver us to the land of greatness.”
Anticipating potential fallout from party primaries, Alobo assured the gathering that the FDC party leadership had already put mechanisms in place to resolve conflicts and promote internal democracy.
“The party head office has organized a conflict resolution team which is already active. In FDC, we believe in negotiations. Even during primaries, vetting and dialogue are central,” she noted.
She urged all candidates to respect the outcomes of the party’s internal processes.
“If you lose in the primaries or during vetting, we humbly appeal that you support the duly selected candidate. Let’s work together to ensure we don’t break again like in previous years.”
Alobo pledged that FDC’s strategy for the 2026 elections would be grounded in transparency, peaceful competition, and unity of purpose.
“This time, we are handling things differently. Our conflict resolution team is on high gear, and we will minimize any pain or hurt in the coming elections.”
Hon. Alobo outlined her legislative and community service track record as well as the pending matters she hopes to complete if given another term in Parliament.
“There is still a lot of unfinished work in Soroti, in Teso, and in Uganda. I am coming back because I still have many issues to debate, laws to challenge, and policies to push in Parliament,” she said.
Alobo highlighted her achievements in community outreach, education, health, and social justice advocacy, stating that she had consistently gone the extra mile to represent her constituents both in Parliament and on the ground.
“We have to ensure that government listens to our cries. That can only happen when we go back to Parliament with a louder voice.”
Hon. Alobo also spoke about FDC’s national vision, promising transformative change should the party take over power in 2026.
“If FDC takes over power, I promise that within the first 100 days, we shall repeal all the oppressive laws passed by the NRM regime. We are committed to restoring dignity, freedom, and prosperity to every Ugandan.”
She urged party members and supporters to have faith in the party’s leadership and message.
“Let us trust FDC. It is the only party capable of delivering us to the land of promise. Together, we can reclaim our future.”
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