By Security agencies have issued a set of guidelines to ensure peace, order, and smooth traffic flow during the nomination of parliamentary candidates scheduled for October 22 and 23, 2025 across the country.
According to the statement, access to nomination centres will be restricted to candidates and accredited persons to prevent overcrowding and maintain security at the venues.
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“The public is reminded that access to nomination centres is restricted to invited persons and candidates to control the number of attendees,” the statement reads in part.
Traffic routes leading to and from the various nomination venues will also be regulated to ensure smooth movement and to prevent congestion.
Authorities further cautioned candidates against forming large convoys or holding processions, emphasizing that the Electoral Commission regulations only allow two vehicles per candidate convoy, each carrying no more than 10 occupants.
“The laws governing elections, public order, and traffic remain fully enforced during this period,” the security agencies warned, adding that citizens’ rights and peace must not be disrupted by nomination activities.
Candidates intending to hold post-nomination rallies have been directed to coordinate with area District Police Commanders (DPCs) and Regional Police Commanders (RPCs) to identify appropriate venues. The police advised that such rallies should not be held in markets, near schools, or hospitals to avoid disrupting businesses and public services.
“All Ugandans are urged to promote peace and harmony throughout the nomination period,” the statement concluded.
The two-day nomination exercise will see aspirants for directly elected Members of Parliament and district women representatives present their papers at designated district and city headquarters ahead of the January 15, 2026, parliamentary elections.
