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Former MP Cecilia Barbra Atim Ogwal’s Body Receives Tearful Tribute in Parliament

Ssendaza Ismail by Ssendaza Ismail
January 22, 2024
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Kampala, Uganda | NOW THEN DIGITAL — A solemn atmosphere engulfed the House on Monday as Speaker Anita Among and legislators received the late Cecilia Barbra Atim Ogwal, former Woman MP for Dokolo District. Ogwal, who passed away in India on January 18 at 77, was undergoing cancer treatment. The A-Plus Funeral Management team, accompanied by Ogwal’s family, brought her casket to the South Wing Central lobby at 9 am, prompting tears from some lawmakers and staff.

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Lawmakers Mourn Cecilia Ogwal’s Passing

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In a brief ceremony, the casket was opened for viewing, accompanied by the sprinkling of flower petals as a final tribute. The condolence book signing and viewing will continue until mid-day. Later, the casket will be moved to the House chambers for a Special sitting where MPs will pay their respects. Following the tribute, Ogwal’s body will lie in State overnight at the House before a funeral service at All Saints Cathedral, Kampala, on Tuesday at 9 am.

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Honourable Members, I welcome you to this special sitting with a heavy heart.
It is a pity that we convene here today to pay tribute to our very own, Hon. Atim Cecilia Barbara Ogwal who was the District Woman Representative of Dokolo District.  

 Although death is an inevitable… pic.twitter.com/cfHFUr7NNE

— Anita Annet Among (@AnitahAmong) January 22, 2024

Cecilia Barbra Atim Ogwal, known for her outspokenness and political career since 1996, was remembered as a unifying force in the House. Some viewed her as a motherly figure who worked to mend strained relationships among colleagues. She is survived by her husband, Lameck Ogwal, and their children.

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Ssendaza Ismail

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A blogger that gives you the latest news and gossip on the hottest local and international celebrities. Previously, Ismail worked as a System Administrator at Pearl VoIP & 3GTelecommunication UK for 6 months as remote Network operations center engineer (NOC). Let's talk, WhatsApp: +256753659743

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