Soroti, Uganda | Francis Esudu Obwonyo has been elected Mayor of Soroti City after defeating three other candidates in a closely contested election.
Results announced by the Soroti City Returning Officer, John Gonzaga Olinga, show that Esudu secured 11,504 votes, ahead of Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) candidate Omer Paul, who garnered 8,274 votes.
The other contenders, Edmond Elasu and Ebitu Simon, polled 3,435 votes and 2,480 votes, respectively.
The election registered low voter turnout, according to election officials, despite an energetic campaign period marked by rallies and intensive mobilisation across the city.
In his acceptance speech, Esudu thanked voters for the mandate and pledged inclusive leadership.
“This victory is not for one group, but for all the people of Soroti City. We must unite and work together to improve service delivery and develop our city,” he said.
Soroti City faces several challenges, including poor road infrastructure, unemployment among the youth, sanitation concerns and pressure on public services arising from rapid urban growth.
The results were declared at the Soroti City tally centre shortly after completion of vote counting.
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