By Mr Odeke
Soroti City was transformed into a vibrant wave of yellow and celebration on Saturday as thousands thronged the Soroti Sports Grounds to welcome David Calvin Echodu. His triumphant homecoming was not only a political spectacle but also a heartfelt cultural celebration.
Branded by organizers as a “political reset” for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) in Eastern Uganda, the rally marked Echodu’s first official return to Teso since announcing his bid for the influential role of NRM National Vice Chairperson for Eastern Uganda. He is also the party’s flag bearer for Soroti City West.
Images from the day revealed a venue teeming with enthusiastic supporters—some dancing, others waving placards with messages of unity and calls for change in the region.
Ugandan pop sensation Vinka ignited the crowd with an electrifying performance, while a vibrant line-up of See Ela artists kept the atmosphere spirited well into the evening.
Yet, beneath the celebrations lay a deeper political current. Echodu’s rising popularity signals a bold challenge to Capt. Mike Mukula’s long-standing dominance in the region—a two-decade reign critics say has failed to alleviate insecurity, poverty, and cattle loss in Teso.
“This is more than a rally—it’s a reawakening of purpose in Teso’s political journey,” declared Augustine Otuko, spokesperson for Echodu’s campaign.
Visuals captured the unity on display: women clad in traditional regalia chanting alongside youthful party loyalists, and NRM district chairpersons publicly endorsing Echodu’s vision to reshape the party’s Central Executive Committee.
What unfolded in Soroti was more than a rally—it was a statement. A spectacle with substance. And perhaps, the clearest sign yet that the political tides in Teso are turning, ushering in a new chapter for the NRM, one powerful image at a time.
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