The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party, based in Najjanankumbi, is contemplating nominating Rosemary Alwoc Ogwal as their candidate for the upcoming by-elections for the Dokolo Woman Member of Parliament seat. This vacancy emerged following the demise of Cecilia Barbara Ogwal Atat in January 2024.

John Kikonyogo, spokesperson for the FDC, has highlighted the rationale behind considering Alwoc to succeed her mother, citing the need to continue the work left undone in Dokolo. This decision has garnered support from family members and select party leaders.

Kikonyogo emphasized that to date, only the family of the late Cecilia Ogwal has approached the FDC regarding endorsing her daughter. He noted that if other contenders emerge, the party will either reach consensus through discussions or proceed with internal primaries.

These statements were issued during a press briefing held at the party’s Najjanankumbi headquarters on Monday, February 5, 2024.

The party’s resolution followed a closed-door meeting between the deceased’s family and senior party figures, including party President Patrick Oboi Amuriat and Toterebuka Bamwenda, among others.

Toterebuka Bamwenda, Chairperson of the FDC Electoral Commission, expressed no objections to Ogwal’s candidacy, citing her prior membership in the party before her mother’s passing.

Alwoc, who refrained from responding to media queries, indicated ongoing discussions on certain matters, noting that the party would soon communicate the details of the meeting’s resolutions.

“I am currently in discussions with FDC. You will soon be informed by the party. That’s all I can say for now,” Alwoc stated.

Meanwhile, public reactions have been varied regarding Alwoc’s decision to succeed her mother. The Electoral Commission is expected to unveil the electoral roadmap for the Dokolo by-elections shortly.