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Hon. Fred Opolot Nominated for MP Pingire County, Serere District

MEET HON FRED OPOLOT A SEASONED STRATEGIC LEADER WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING EFFECTIVE POLICIES THAT DRIVE ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS.

His strong background in policy development is what makes him a real Statesman for the August House

Having headed a formidable number of Government Entities and departments, Hon Fred Opolot, with his demonstrated skills on policy making and strategic management, particularly on projects, pertinent issues, people and resources, demonstrated resilient performance, has become outstanding after attaining credible recognition in Government, but more significantly in Parliament.

Equipped with flexible abilities to work in a variety of fields and environments, Hon Opolot's adoptable and versatile personality earned him a good name with a proven record of work.

Hon. Opolot’s political journey started in the United Kingdom (UK) were he re-engaged Ugandans in the UK to appreciate NRM Party’s progress in driving development and opening democratic spaces in Uganda-Thereby Formalizing the NRM UK Chapter and becoming its first Chairperson.

This synergized strong collaborations between Ugandans in the UK with numerous UK institutions and NGOs drumming more support for various humanitarian and development causes back home.

The NRM UK chapter under the leadership of Hon. Fred opolot went on to counter FDC smear campaign in the Diaspora intended to derail NRM Government image.

These patriotic acts combined with devotion to the NRM caught the attention of the H.E president Museveni during his numerous visits to the UK, prompting the president to invite him back home, together build Uganda; There by appointing him Executive Director, Uganda Media Center, directly making him Chief Government Spokesperson.

Having become a development consultant in Technology and transfers, he built and strengthened human capacity for government statutory institutions and civil societies.

Hon Fred Opolot the Pingire county member of Parliament embarks on fighting food insecurity in his constituency. During his county tour last month, Opolot noted that the biggest challenge facing many households was food insecurity. The problem was associated with the deteriorating quality of NAROCAS variety of cassava which farmers claim rots very first in the garden and can't stay beyond one year. The community of Odapakol gave the MP shocking testimonies that called for immediate attention.

Today, Hon Fred Opolot through his philanthropy organization Opolot Fred Foundation introduced a one Acre improved cassava stem multiplication program in Pingire County, distributing planting materials worth one acre to support development of one mother garden per village.

This support covered 49 village groups that will multiply the new variety called NARO 193 which is believed to be high yielding and more resistant as compared to other varieties.

The offer was received by the village VSLA groups who will work to ensure success of the program across the county.
Congratulations to Hon Fred Opolot.

Akoroi Community Primary School receives 100 Ironsheets from OFF Board chair, Hon. Fred Opolot

The community built up a 3-classroom block to Ring beam level. Opolot Fred Foundation (OFF) is roofing it, starting with donation of required 100 Iron-sheets.

It will be the first permanent structure for Akoroi Primary School in Mulondo fishing community.

Labor Subcounty Administration in Pingire County,contributed to roofing timber.

I show of how collective efforts can make a difference.

*ADOLU APOL PINGIRE*

In a remarkable demonstration of Hon. Fred Opolot's will and commitment to his role in Parliament, the Pingire MP has successfully lobbied for significant allocations in the 2024/2025 Uganda national budget for the New constituency.

The following areas have been considered for financing in the approved 72 trillion budget signed off by Parliament;-

*1. Grant Aiding of Community Primary Schools*

_Okidi P/S , Agonyo P/S, Obangin P/S_ are lined up for financing to Code the 3 community schools. After coding, these schools will qualify to get 13 government paid teachers and periodic funds for infrastructural development.

*2. Rehabilitation and Expansion of Primary Schools*

**_Pingire Primary school_ features in this category of budget support. The financing will give our mother primary school the much needed facelift to accommodate the current student population.

*3. Renovation And Improvement/Upgrade of Health Facilities*

**_Pingire Health Center III_ is lined for expansion and eventually upgraded to Health Center IV in the National Budget allocation. A pillar in Hon. Fred Opolot's Manifesto.

Motivated by his unwavering dedication to enhancing education and healthcare services pivotal to the Pingire's growth and well-being, Hon Opolot believes that Pingire must benefit more in the next years budget due to it's long history of underdevelopment.

"I HAVE DONE MY PART AND THE MATTER HAS BEEN CAPTURED IN THE GOVERNMENT BUDGET PROPOSAL " - Says Hon Fred Opolot.

" Ultimately, this will come to fruition depending on the National resource envelope but getting it captured in the National Budget is a huge milestone especially since we are a new Constituency "- he adds.

He promised vehemently to follow up the matter with the relevant offices together with the district administration of Serere.

As we look forward to the implementation of these projects, we remain confident that his continued advocacy will keep propelling Pingire's growth.

Hon Fred Opolot questions State Minister of Higher Education, Hon Christopher Muyingo on regional Distribution of Government Education Scholarships.

He further Encouraged Transparency in the process.

MPS CAUTION THE CRITERIA OF DONATED SCHOLARSHIPS BOTH LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL BENEFIT THE RICH. MPS CAUTION THE CRITERIA OF DONATED SCHOLARSHIPS BOTH LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL BENEFIT THE RICH.