ENTEBBE DIVISION B GEARS FOR HIGH-STAKES POLL AS CAMP URGES VIGILANCE
By Drake Sekeba | Zapmedia
ENTEBBE – With the February 4 Local Government elections just days away, the race for the LC3 Chairmanship in Entebbe Division B has intensified, framed by one campaign as a critical battle for community integrity against the threat of electoral malpractice.
Supporters of candidate Mugabi John Socrates are issuing a urgent rallying cry to voters, urging unprecedented vigilance to guard the integrity of the ballot this Wednesday. In a division known for its close-knit communities, the campaign’s central message is that massive voter participation and direct oversight are the only antidotes to potential “rigging.”
A Three-Pronged ‘Game Plan’
The Mugabi campaign has publicly outlined a strategic “Game Plan” to secure the vote:
- Mass Mobilization: Emphasizing that a record high turnout is the foremost “defense against fraud.”
- Active Vigilance: Supporters are encouraged to remain at polling stations from opening until the final count is publicly announced to ensure transparency.
- Digital Documentation: Voters are advised to use smartphones to safely record any suspicious activity or irregularities. “Evidence is the only way to challenge unfairness,” the campaign stated, harnessing the power of citizen journalism.
Localizing the Choice: Clean Streets and Honest Leadership
Moving beyond national political narratives, the contest is being localized as a direct choice for tangible community benefits. Mugabi John Socrates, touting an anti-corruption and community-action platform, is being positioned as the candidate to deliver “clean streets and honest leadership” for Entebbe.
This local poll follows closely on the heels of the January 15 general elections, shifting the political focus to the hyper-local arena where decisions on markets, road maintenance, and local security are directly made.
Countdown to Polling Day
As the Wednesday deadline approaches, the Electoral Commission has reiterated the need for all candidates to comply with campaign guidelines before the mandatory 48-hour pre-election silence period commences.
For the residents of Entebbe Division B, the directive from one of the key camps is unambiguous: Cast your vote, and stay to guard and count it.
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