ADJUMANI, Uganda — Retired Gen Moses Ali, 85, appears set for a decisive victory in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries for Adjumani West Constituency.
With only 10 villages remaining to be counted, Gen. Ali has established a commanding lead over his closest rival, Nixon Owole, suggesting a strong mandate for the veteran politician.
According to preliminary results, Gen. Ali has so far garnered 7,384 votes, while Owole trails significantly with 3,584 votes, creating a substantial margin of 3,803.
The other two candidates in the race, Moses Kibirai and S. Adrawa, have secured 931 and 525 votes respectively.
Despite concerns raised about his health and apparent frailty during the campaign, the current results place Gen. Ali in a formidable position to retain the NRM flag for the upcoming 2026 parliamentary elections.
Electoral officials have indicated that the votes from the remaining villages are unlikely to alter the outcome, given the veteran’s considerable lead.
Who is General Moses Ali?
At 86 years old, Rtd. Gen. Moses Ali stands as one of Uganda’s most seasoned political and military leaders.
A former army officer who served under both the Idi Amin regime and the current National Resistance Movement (NRM) government, he has held numerous high-ranking positions throughout his career.
These include Minister of Finance, Deputy Prime Minister, and currently, Second Deputy Prime Minister.
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Beyond his military and political roles, Gen. Ali is also a trained lawyer and has been a long-serving Member of Parliament for Adjumani West.
Known for his remarkable political resilience, Gen. Ali has been a pivotal figure in integrating former rebel groups into mainstream politics and has played a crucial role in the pacification and development efforts in northern Uganda, a region often grappling with the aftermath of displacement and underdevelopment.
His campaign for the current primaries largely emphasized a platform of continuity, security, and sustained service delivery to his constituents.
NRM electoral officials in West Nile have confirmed that the final results for the Adjumani West Constituency primaries will be officially announced once the tallying from the last 10 villages is complete.
