PRESIDENTIAL HOPEFULS FLOOD EC AS ASPIRANT NUMBERS SURGE TO 114
Media and Public Relations Manager · EC Over 100 Presidential Hopefuls Pick Nomination Forms Kampala – The race for the presidency is heating up as the number of aspirants continues to surge. By 3 p.m. on Wednesday, a total of 114 presidential hopefuls had picked up nomination forms from the Electoral Commission, up from 88 recorded on Tuesday. The momentum showed no signs of slowing today, with at least 20 more aspirants visiting the commission’s offices by mid-morning. Electoral Commission officials say the high turnout reflects growing political interest ahead of the nomination deadline. However, only those who meet the legal and procedural requirements will appear on the final ballot. Observers note that the swelling numbers co...