A Historic

Homecoming

A Powerful Luo Reconnection

ROCCO PACO is honoured and deeply proud to announce a moment of great historical importance for our people.

This December, Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, the distinguished Governor of Kisumu County in Kenya, will make a historic ancestral homecoming to Acoliland.

For us, the Acoli, this is far more than a visit.
It is the return of a brother.
It is a reaffirmation of identity.
It is a celebration of unity across borders.

This moment fills our hearts with pride and excitement.

A Milestone in Luo Unity

The Governor, together with the First Lady Dorothy Nyong’o and an official delegation from Kisumu, will join us too as one Luo community united by ancestry, culture and history.

Their homecoming stands as a powerful symbol of our shared roots and the unbreakable bond between the Acoli of Uganda and the Luo of Kenya.

ROCCO PACO is humbled and honoured to help bring this historic reunion to life.

Official Itinerary

12 December 2025 Welcome to Uganda

Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and First Lady Dorothy Nyong’o will be warmly welcomed to Uganda.
A private dinner in their honour will take place that evening.

13 December 2025 Acoli Ribbe Lwo Festival

Our honoured guests will attend the Acoli Ribbe Lwo Festival as Guests of Honour, joining the Acoli and wider Luo community in a powerful celebration of culture and unity.

14 to 17 December 2025 Piny Luo Conference

The Governor and First Lady will participate in key moments of the Piny Luo Conference, engaging with Luo leaders and communities on heritage, identity and shared purpose.

18 December 2025 Return to Kenya

The homecoming visit will conclude as the Governor and First Lady continue their onward journey, carrying with them the warmth, gratitude and unity of the Acoli people.

Why this homecoming moment matters to us all.

  • Reaffirms the ancestral link between Acoli and Luo

  • Strengthens cultural pride for Acoli people everywhere

  • Inspires our youth to embrace their heritage

  • Deepens friendship between Uganda and Kenya

  • Elevates the Acoli Ribbe Luo Festival to new prominence

For generations, our elders told stories of our origins. Today, those stories unfold before us as living history.

This is the True Essence of Rocco Paco

ROCCO PACO is dedicated to reviving, restoring and rebuilding the cultural foundation of the Acoli Luo people.
We champion unity, heritage, cultural rebirth and the passing of wisdom from elders to the next generation.

This historic visit represents the heart of who we are as one Luo people. It reflects our shared stories, our shared learning, and the strength we find in supporting one another like family.

Media and Contact Information

ROCCO PACO Media Desk
Email: roccopaco@gmail.com / labongg@gmail.com
Phone: +256 776 544 106
Website: www.roccopaco.org

Homecoming

Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy

Friday 12 Dec 2025

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Friday 12 Dec 2025 •

They Have Arrived

Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o have arrived to a thunderous Luo welcome. The drums rose. The songs filled the air.

This is not just an arrival. It is a homecoming. A powerful moment for the entire Luo family.

Watch the moment we welcomed them home. The celebration begins now.

  • A picture that says it all

  • The meeting of two great Luos

  • The joy of brother and sister

  • Some travelled thousands of miles for this visit.

  • With the attendance of our spiritual leaders too.

  • Local chiefs were also in attendance.

  • The radiant glamour of Lady Dorothy lit up the moment.

Sunday 14 Dec 2025.

Sunday 14 Dec 2025.

A Grand Welcome in Gulu

The moment they arrived, Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o were met with an extraordinary welcome from the people and leaders of Gulu.
The city stood tall, drums rose, voices united and the spirit of the Luo embraced them with pride and honour.

This was not just a welcome.
It was a declaration of love, unity and shared heritage from the heart of Acoliland.

Engagement with Gulu City Leadership

Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, Governor of Kisumu County, together with Dorothy Nyong’o, paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Mayor of Gulu City. During the visit, they met with a cross-section of city councillors and local leaders.

The engagement formed part of the Governor’s historic tour of Acoliland and provided an opportunity for dialogue, mutual respect and the strengthening of ties between leadership and community during this significant homecoming.

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Monday 15 December 2025.

Monday 15 December 2025.

Honouring the Acoli Martyrs of Faith

As part of his tour of Acoliland, Professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, Governor of Kisumu County, and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o, accompanied by the ROCCO PACO co-chairs, paid a solemn visit to the resting place of two revered Uganda Martyrs from Acoliland, Blessed Daudi Okello and Blessed Jildo Irwa.

This moment of remembrance honoured the courage, faith and sacrifice of these great sons of Acoli, whose lives and witness continue to inspire generations. The visit served as a powerful reflection on moral leadership, spiritual heritage and the enduring values that anchor the Acholi people and the wider Luo community.

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16 December 2025.

16 December 2025.

Honouring a Martyr of Faith and Conscience

During their visit to Acoliland, Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o paid a solemn visit to the burial place of Archbishop Janani Luwum, laid to rest in his home village of Mucwini, Kitgum District.

This moment carries deep meaning for our people and our nation. Archbishop Janani Luwum stands as a symbol of courage, truth and moral leadership. He gave his life for justice, faith and the dignity of humanity at a time when speaking the truth came at the highest cost.

By visiting his resting place, the Governor and his wife honoured not only a great son of Acoliland, but also the enduring values he stood for. It was an act of remembrance, respect and reflection, reminding us that leadership grounded in principle, sacrifice and integrity leaves a legacy that outlives generations.

This visit connects our present to our history and calls us to uphold the courage, unity and moral strength that Archbishop Janani Luwum embodied. It is a powerful reminder that our roots are anchored in faith, resilience and the unwavering pursuit of what is right.

A moment of reverence.
A lesson in leadership.
A legacy that continues to guide us.

A Celebration of Acoli Culture in Madiopei

In Madiopei, Kitgum District, Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o were warmly received with a vibrant showcase of Acoli traditional dance and cuisine, a true expression of the richness of our culture and hospitality.

They were accompanied by our co-chairs, Hon. Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo and Ambassador Olara Otunnu, whose presence further underscored the importance of this moment for our community.

The energy, colour and pride on display reflected the very best of Acoli tradition. From the rhythm of the dances to the flavours of our traditional foods, the day stood as a celebration of identity, unity and shared heritage.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who turned up, performed, prepared and shared their food, and helped make the occasion so memorable. Your generosity, spirit and cultural pride made this a truly great day, one that will be remembered with joy and appreciation.

A day of culture.
A day of unity.
A day to be proud of.

  • The Gravesite of Archbishop Janani Luwum

  • Laying flowers at the grave of Archbishop Janani Luwum

  • A moment of prayer in honour of Archbishop Janani Luwum

  • Thank you to the wonderful Acoli cuisine ladies.

  • The best of Acoli cuisine on display

  • Acoli Music at the Heart of the Day

  • Sampling the flavours of Acoli cuisine

Thank you

We extend our sincere gratitude to Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and Lady Dorothy Nyong’o for honouring us with this historic visit.

Your presence meant more than words can express. It affirmed our shared identity, strengthened our unity and reminded us of the deep bonds that connect us as one people. This visit uplifted our spirits and left a lasting mark on our hearts and our homeland.

Thank you for standing with us, walking with us and celebrating who we are.

  • Gulu Boda Boda turn up in numbers

  • Luo blessings and welcomes

  • True Luo welcomes

  • Local Gulu leaders join the welcome party

  • A welcome led by our remarkable leaders

  • A true Luo welcome with song and dance

  • Thank you Dala for showing up

  • Meeting Gulu city leaders