New Mayor of Laroo-Pece Division Pledges Urgent Action to Tackle Rising Insecurity in Gulu City

Incoming Mayor HW Aber Gifter has issued a strong warning regarding the escalating crime wave in Laroo-Pece Division and greater Gulu City. She has vowed to prioritize restoring security upon assuming office.

In an official statement released on Sunday, Mayor-elect Aber Gifter expressed deep concern over the increasing insecurity that has plagued the city, especially at night. Unknown criminal gangs have been terrorizing residents with violent attacks, robberies targeting motorcycles (boda bodas), cash, and personal property, leading to tragic loss of life. “This situation is unacceptable and cannot continue,” she stated.

Aber Gifter will be sworn in as Mayor of Laroo-Pece Division tomorrow, Monday. She declared that restoring security and public safety will be her absolute top priority from day one. “There will be no delays, no excuses, and no business as usual until our people can move freely, conduct business, and live without fear for their lives and property at any time of the day or night,” she added.

The mayor-elect has already reached out to His Worship Okello Patrick, Mayor of Bardege-Layibi Division. Together, they plan to engage the City Mayor and the entire security apparatus, including the Police, UPDF, and other relevant agencies, in a high-level security meeting within their first week in office. The leaders intend to develop and implement urgent, concrete, and result-oriented measures to address the crisis.

“This will not be a talk show. Results are what the people of Laroo-Pece and Gulu City demand, and results are what we shall deliver,” emphasized Aber Gifter. “To the people of Laroo-Pece and the entire Gulu City: Your safety is my responsibility. I will not rest until normalcy is restored, and our city becomes peaceful again.”

She urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with authorities, encouraging citizens to report any suspicious activities immediately to the nearest security organization or through their local leaders. “We shall overcome this challenge together. Gulu City must and will be safe once more,” the statement concluded.

The official statement was issued today; this Sunday, 24 May 2026, by HW Aber Gifter, Mayor, Laroo-Pece Division, Gulu City. This firm commitment comes as residents continue to demand swift action to curb the criminal activities disrupting daily life and business in the area. Observers will be watching closely to see how quickly the new leadership, in collaboration with security agencies, can translate these promises into tangible improvements in public safety across Gulu City.