RUBIRIZI,UGANDA — The Deputy District Returning Officer for Rubirizi, Mr. Caleb Tukashaba, has reaffirmed commitment to ensure transparent, free and fair elections and issued a strong warning ahead of the LC1 and Women Council elections.
He said no person will be allowed to vote in the LC1 elections if they are not registered in the voters’ register. He urged all eligible voters to check and confirm their names before polling day.
Mr. Tukashaba warned that anyone who causes chaos or disruption on election day will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
He appealed to voters, candidates and supporters to obey electoral laws and ensure the elections are peaceful and orderly.
The Deputy Returning Officer confirmed the dates for the upcoming elections:
– *Campaigns* for nominated candidates started on *20th July 2026*
– *Women Council elections* will be held on *23rd July 2026*
– *Local Council I elections* will take place on *28th July 2026*
He noted that the LC1 elections will be conducted using the traditional lining-up method across *293 villages* in Rubirizi District. This is part of the *70,000 villages* nationwide expected to hold elections on the same day.
Mr. Tukashaba cautioned candidates against electoral violence, intimidation and threats, noting that anyone found guilty will be arrested and prosecuted. He urged all participants to maintain peace, stability, unity, respect and discipline.
Meanwhile, Ms. Joan Mujomba, the LC3 Chairperson of Rutoto Sub-county, asked voters to elect leaders with integrity and avoid electing corrupt leaders, which she said has caused insecurity in the area.
_Story by: Hon. Tugume Muzafaru, Senior News Reporter, Rubirizi_
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