A reliable source has revealed that a family gathering was organized to deliberate on the legacy and ongoing initiatives of the late Cecilia Ogwal, a highly respected individual within the community.

The family acknowledged the need for parliamentary representation to ensure the successful completion of Cecilia Ogwal’s ongoing projects. Furthermore, it was emphasized that a family member closely connected to her should take the lead in continuing the charitable initiatives initiated by the late Cecilia Ogwal.

We’ve learnt that the family thus unanimously supported Dr. Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal (PhD), the eldest daughter of Cecilia Ogwal, to contest for the Dokolo Woman MP position.

“After several hours of discussion, they agreed to front Dr. Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as the candidate for the Dokolo Woman MP position,” the source added.

The support for Dr. Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal was further solidified by a group of voters from more than 60 parishes in Dokolo district.

This delegation paid a visit to the family after the funeral and expressed their strong desire for Dr. Rosemary Ogwal to carry on the important work started by her late mother.

They emphasized the importance of various ongoing projects in the areas of Church, education, livelihood, and development, which were now at risk following the passing of Cecilia.

Dr. Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal has an impressive educational background, having studied at Mt St Mary’s Namagunga from S1 to S6.

She then pursued her undergraduate degree in Law in the UK, and went on to complete a Master’s and PhD in Economics and she has since been working as an economist.

As per the electoral laws, bye-elections are required to be conducted within 60 days after the Parliament declares a seat vacant.

The funeral for Cecilia Ogwal, who passed away on January 18 in India, took place on Saturday, January 27, in Alito, Kole district.