In a resounding show of solidarity and trust, the Atek Onote Okweribuu Clan has once again chosen Dr. Robert Olet Egwea to serve as their Awitong, or clan leader. This significant re-election grants him a fresh seven-year mandate to guide his people toward a brighter and more stable future. On April 24, 2026, the Clan Electoral Commission officially confirmed his victory following a thorough verification process conducted throughout the Lango subregion. The fact that Dr. Egwea faced no opposition speaks volumes about the stability, wisdom, and progress he has brought to the community since first taking the mantle in 2016.
Dr. Egwea is a man of immense stature and influence within the Lango Cultural Institution, where he currently serves as the Minister of Technology and Innovations under the guidance of His Highness Won-Nyaci Eng. Dr. Moses Michael Odongo Okune. His impressive resume includes a former role as Minister of Foreign Affairs and a storied history of uniting the Lango people on a global stage, having organized major conferences in both London and Lira. As a retired academic, researcher, and seasoned journalist with professional experience in the United Kingdom, he brings a unique blend of international expertise and deep-rooted respect for local heritage to his leadership role.
Upon accepting his renewed responsibility, Dr. Egwea expressed deep gratitude to the electoral body for their diligent work in mobilizing the clan. However, his focus immediately shifted to the urgent work of community transformation. He delivered a powerful call to action, urging his people to embrace a new way of life. He identified education as the ultimate cornerstone of their success, passionately advising parents to move away from the destructive cycle of excessive alcohol consumption and instead invest every possible resource into their children’s schooling.
Beyond education, Dr. Egwea is committed to building a wealthy and self-sufficient clan. His roadmap for the next seven years emphasizes practical economic growth through modern agriculture, poultry, livestock farming, and the development of small-scale business enterprises. By focusing on these pillars of prosperity, he aims to uplift every household and ensure that the Atek Onote people thrive in a modern economy. As the community prepares for the formal ceremony to introduce their leader, the mood is one of hope and renewed determination to achieve greatness under his proven and steady guidance.