Hon. Judith Peace Onen's Historic Nomination for Nwoya District Women’s Parliamentary Seat
- samuelonen
- Nov 6
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 17
Nwoya District recently marked a key moment in its political landscape as Hon. Dr. Judith Peace Onen officially submitted her nomination papers to run for the Women’s Member of Parliament seat. The event drew a large, enthusiastic crowd, reflecting the strong support and confidence the community places in her leadership.
An Encouraging Beginning for Promising Upcoming Bids
Hon. Judith Peace Onen is running as an NRM-Leaning independent candidate, which highlights her commitment to serving the people without party constraints. She was joined by her husband, Dr. Samuel Ambrose Onen, who traveled from Europe to stand by her side during this important occasion. Supporters from all over Nwoya District gathered to show their backing, signaling a united front behind her candidacy.
Her area of focus centers on practical and urgent issues affecting the district, including:
Improving education quality and access
Enhancing health and social care services
Creating job opportunities for youth
Driving socio-economic transformation and business growth
Ensuring fair use and allocation of natural resources such as land and minerals for the benefit of indigenous people
Promoting unity, peace, and respect in politics, contrasting with the divisive and unqualified leadership seen in some quarters
Community Support and Expectations: A Leader who can Read and Write on Her Own Without Help
Residents of Nwoya District have shown strong support for Hon. Judith Peace Onen, viewing her as a capable leader who can effectively represent their interests in Parliament. She can read and write without any problem and did not need any help to fill her forms and sign it by herself on the nomination day. This is a proof that she is fully literate since she independently completed and signed her forms on the nomination day.
Her academic background and leadership experience are seen as significant strengths in tackling the district’s challenges, particularly in addressing poverty. She believes in fostering personal growth and development rather than providing superficial financial aid. The people of Nwoya are encouraged to be patriotic and realize their potential for sustainable income, rather than accepting temporary financial incentives in exchange for votes. She also plans to address health and social care issues, promote small businesses and startups through farming on Nwoya's fertile land, and advocate for local people to retain their land, preventing it from being taken by wealthy candidates. Her focus includes environmental conservation and climate control, protecting wildlife and game park animals, preventing animal disturbances, encouraging tree planting, and emphasizing the importance of education for personal and national development and prosperity.
The community clearly desires competent leadership. They seek a representative who understands their needs and can enhance living conditions and opportunities for everyone. Hon. Judith Peace Onen’s emphasis on education and youth employment strongly resonates with voters who view these areas as crucial for the district’s future.
Transparency and Credibility
A significant aspect of Hon. Judith Peace Onen's commitment to trust and transparency is her team's choice to publicly share her academic records. She willingly allows anyone interested to view her academic transcripts without any hesitation or obstacles. This action showcases transparency and validates her qualifications for the parliamentary seat, assuring voters that she possesses the genuine credentials necessary to represent Nwoya District both locally and internationally.
This openness sets her apart from some candidates who rely on rhetoric without clear evidence of their qualifications. By sharing her academic achievements, Hon. Judith Peace Onen builds trust and shows respect for the electorate’s right to know who they are voting for.
Focus Areas for Development
Hon. Judith Onen’s campaign priorities reflect the pressing needs of Nwoya District. Here’s a closer look at some of her key focus areas:
Education: She aims to improve school infrastructure, increase access to quality learning materials, and support teacher training programs. This will help raise literacy rates and equip young people with skills for the job market.
Health and Social Care: Dr. Onen plans to strengthen health facilities, improve maternal and child health services, and expand social support programs for vulnerable groups.
Youth Employment: Creating job opportunities for young people is central to her agenda. She supports initiatives that encourage entrepreneurship, vocational training, and partnerships with businesses to absorb youth into the workforce.
Natural Resource Management: She advocates for fair and transparent use of land and mineral resources to ensure that local communities benefit directly from these assets.
Unity and Respect in Politics: Dr. Onen promotes a political culture based on respect, dignity, and peaceful dialogue. She opposes abusive and forceful politics that lack credentials and harm community cohesion.
What This Means for Nwoya District
The nomination of Hon. Judith Peace Onen marks a move towards leadership that prioritizes competence, transparency, and community-centered development. Her campaign aims to tackle genuine issues with concrete plans, offering hope to many residents who seek positive change instead of politics driven by personal gain and the mistreatment of women, as emphasized by my main opponent. Abuses against women, corruption, bribery, and personal interests have no place in leadership or in representing people in parliament, nor are these the reasons MPs are elected to serve in parliament.
Her independent status allows her to prioritize the district’s interests without party politics interfering. This could lead to more effective representation and better outcomes for Nwoya’s people.
Moving Forward
As the election approaches, Hon. Judith Peace Onen’s campaign will likely gain more momentum. Her focus on education, health, youth employment, and resource management aligns with the district’s needs. The public availability of her academic credentials adds credibility to her bid.
Voters in Nwoya District now face a choice between continuing with the status quo or embracing a candidate who promises clear, practical solutions backed by proven qualifications. The coming weeks will be crucial in shaping the future leadership of the district.
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