religion 2 November 2026 Nile Post

Ahmed Sa'eed Mpira Crowned Northern Region Champion in Omumanyi Wa Salam Quiz

Ahmed Sa'eed Mpira from Oyam District has won the Northern Region finals of the 7th edition of the Omumanyi wa Salam TV quiz competition, securing an all-expenses-paid Umrah pilgrimage. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/383628/salam-tv-crowns-northern-region-winner-of-omumanyi-wa-salam-as-ahmed-saeed-mpira

The 7th edition of the Omumanyi wa Salam TV Northern Region finals concluded successfully at Masjid Amini in Lira City, bringing together thirty talented contestants from various districts across the region. The prestigious Islamic quiz competition attracted a large gathering, including notable religious leaders, political figures, security officers, and academicians.

Opening the event, Salam TV and Salam Charity Managing Director Hajji Karim Kaliisa expressed gratitude for the hospitality shown by the local community. The Deputy RCC for Lira City East, Mr. Odongo Stephen, attended as the chief guest representing Hon. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng. Mr. Odongo lauded Salam TV for fostering community development through engaging initiatives and confirmed his ongoing backing for the station’s programs.

Following a tense intellectual showdown, Ahmed Sa’eed Mpira of Oyam District claimed the ultimate victory. As the regional champion, Mpira won a fully funded Umrah pilgrimage to Makkah and Madinah sponsored by Salam TV and Tawakal Travels, alongside merchandise from Chapa General Enterprises. He also secured a direct ticket to the Grand National Finals scheduled for December 20, 2026, in Kampala.

Gulu University student Mayanja Juma finished as the first runner-up, taking home a 32-inch smart TV, while Gadaffi Dalil secured third place with a high-density mattress. Fourth and fifth positions went to Hanifa Juma and Rafa Muhammad, who each received brand-new duvets and bedding sets. Sponsors such as Chapa General Enterprises and MTN MoMo distributed extensive gifts, certificates, and reflector jackets to attendees and local boda boda riders.

With the Northern finals concluded, the Omumanyi wa Salam caravan is shifting its focus to the West Nile region, where the next showdown is set for November 7, 2026, at Arua Primary School. Read more details on the Nile Post.