By James Alomu

SOROTI – Member of Parliament at the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), Hon. Jackline Amongin, has urged politicians in the Teso Sub-region who were unsuccessful in the 2026 General Elections to put aside their frustrations and continue serving their communities.

Amongin made the remarks while addressing National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearers from across the Teso Sub-region during a meeting held at Soroti Hotel organized by  officials from the NRM Secretariat.

She observed that several politicians in the region are still struggling to come to terms with their electoral defeats months after the polls, warning that prolonged frustration could undermine unity and development efforts within the party and the wider community.

Amongin, who also lost her bid for the Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament seat, said leaders must learn to accept the will of the electorate and remain committed to public service regardless of the outcome of an election.

“I also lost an election, but I have chosen not to carry the stress. Elections come and go, and what matters most is how leaders continue to impact the lives of the people after the votes have been counted,” she said.

She called on NRM leaders to reconcile, forget past political disagreements, and unite behind the party's vision and President Yoweri Museveni's leadership. According to Amongin, political competition should not create lasting divisions among leaders who share a common goal of improving the welfare of Ugandans.

Amongin further noted that electoral victory comes with its own challenges, including criticism and opposition, emphasizing that leadership requires resilience both in success and defeat.

Her comments come in the wake of the 2026 General Elections, which saw several prominent political figures in Teso lose their seats, including former State Minister for Works Hon. Musa Ecweru, former State Minister for Fisheries Hon. Hellen Adoa, and Hon. Okupa Elijah.

Political analysts believe Amongin's message could help foster healing and strengthen cohesion among NRM supporters in Teso as the region navigates the post-election period.