Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) presidential candidate Nathan Nandala Mafabi has pledged to end the salary gap between science and arts teachers if elected president, promising equal pay for all educators and free education for their children from primary to university level.
Speaking at a campaign rally in Awei Subcounty, Alebtong District, on Friday, Mafabi denounced the current pay policy as unjust and discriminatory.
“A teacher of math uses the English language to teach. They are taught by teachers of English. It is unfair for science teachers to earn more than their arts counterparts when both play an essential role in shaping the future of our children,” Mafabi said.
He added that an FDC-led government would focus on restoring dignity to the teaching profession by ensuring fairness, motivation, and improved welfare across all education levels.
During the rally, the FDC leadership urged voters in the Lango Subregion to “sacrifice for their children’s future” by electing the party into power in the January general elections.
Julius Peter Awany, the FDC chairperson for Alebtong District, lamented the poor state of social services in the area, pointing to rampant school dropouts, corruption, and dilapidated roads as evidence of government neglect.
Meanwhile, FDC vice president for northern Uganda Roland Kaginda Mugume Centenary criticised Government Chief Whip Hamson Obua, accusing him of failing to use his position to uplift his constituents in Ajuri County.
“Hon. Obua has been an MP for four terms and holds several powerful positions in government, yet the people of Alebtong are still suffering. It’s time for voters to choose leaders who care about their welfare,” Centenary said.
Mafabi also promised to fight corruption and ensure that public resources are channelled toward essential services such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
The FDC campaign team is currently on its second day of rallies in Lira City, Alebtong, and Otuke Districts as part of efforts to consolidate support in northern Uganda ahead of the 2026 elections.
