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Leku Wins Adjumani West By-Election | Uganda News
James Leku Pili wins Adjumani West by-election with a commanding 12,432 votes, narrowly defeating independent candidate Gasper Draga, who garnered 2,559. The seat, long held by late General Moses Ali, saw surprisingly low turnout—just 15,216 out of over 51,000 registered voters—with some polling stations delayed due to lack of initial turnout. Despite internal NRM tensions during the primary, the general election was peaceful, with observers noting timely materials and calm security. Leku vows to honor his predecessor’s legacy, tackle local challenges, and call for unity—including inviting…
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