Residents of the Karamoja sub-region have expressed mixed feelings following the removal of Peter Arimat Lokeris as Minister for Karamoja Affairs. The development comes after Lokeris also lost his Chekwii East parliamentary seat to Stephenson Lokoru in the recent elections.
According to local reports, some community members praised the change, citing a need for new leadership to address persistent challenges such as insecurity and underdevelopment. Others expressed gratitude for Lokeris's long service, noting his efforts in peace-building and infrastructure projects.
President Yoweri Museveni's cabinet reshuffle, announced on May 27, 2026, saw Lokeris replaced by Dr. Jane Aceng, who previously served as Minister of Health. The move is part of broader changes aimed at revitalizing government performance.
Political analysts suggest that Lokeris's departure marks a significant shift in Karamoja's representation, with expectations high for the new minister to accelerate development in one of Uganda's most marginalized regions.
