The halls of Parliament recently echoed with a passionate plea for justice and infrastructure as Honorable Joseph Jones Ogwal stood firm for the people of Dokolo North. Addressing the legislative body, the Member of Parliament highlighted a startling and unacceptable reality: less than 30 percent of his constituency currently benefits from the national rural electrification program. This massive gap has left the vast majority of local communities in the dark, struggling without the basic energy resources needed to thrive in a modern economy.
The legislators argument was as much about fairness as it was about development. He reminded the government that Dokolo North has been a stronghold of unwavering support for the ruling National Resistance Movement, delivering a staggering 82 percent of their votes to the NRM. Despite this deep political loyalty, the constituency has seen very little in the way of essential power expansion. MP Ogwal made it clear that his constituents are tired of waiting and are now demanding concrete timelines for when their homes, schools, and businesses will finally be connected to the grid. He emphasized that reliable electricity is not a luxury but a fundamental necessity for improving service delivery and unlocking the economic potential of the region.
In a direct response to these pressing concerns, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja stepped forward to reassure the people of Dokolo North that their voices are being heard. She reaffirmed the governments ambitious commitment to ensuring that electricity reaches every single parish before the current administrative term concludes. To move from promises to action, the Prime Minister issued a formal directive to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.
The Ministry has been tasked with conducting an immediate and thorough field visit to Dokolo North. This mission will focus on identifying the specific geographic gaps and technical hurdles that have stalled progress so far. By assessing the situation on the ground, the government aims to design targeted interventions that will finally bridge the energy divide. This move comes as a beacon of hope for residents, business owners, and public service providers across the district who have long advocated for the investment needed to bring Dokolo North into the light and pave the way for a more prosperous future.
