The Government Chief Whip and NRM Vice Chairperson for Northern Uganda, Hon Denis Hamson Obua, has reaffirmed his commitment to unity, reconciliation, and coordinated development during the leaders’ engagement held at the Lango Cultural Center in Lira city.
The meeting, convened by the Won Nyaci me Lango, Dr Michael Moses Odongo Okune, brought together political, religious and cultural leaders from across the Lango sub-region under the theme: “Peace, Unity, Reconciliation and Development”.
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The gathering attracted both outgoing and incoming Members of Parliament, senior government officials and diplomatic representatives, reflecting a broad-based commitment to regional harmony.
While speaking at the engagement, Hon Obua emphasized the importance of unity among leaders, particularly in the aftermath of the recently concluded elections and urged stakeholders to put aside political differences and work collectively in the spirit of national cohesion and development.
He noted that lasting progress can only be achieved when leaders speak with one voice and align their efforts behind a shared agenda.
Hon. Obua commended the initiative to review the 2012 Lango Development Agenda, describing it as a practical step toward strengthening structured planning and accountability and welcomed the assessment of government investments already realized in the region which include key infrastructure projects such as Akii-Bua Stadium, Lira Regional Referral Hospital and the establishment of a university in the sub-region.
According to Hon Obua, such milestones demonstrate government’s continued commitment to transforming Lango’s socio-economic landscape.
The Chief Whip further encouraged leaders to identify new priorities to be incorporated into a revised development framework that will be jointly presented to Government and underscored the need for coordinated engagement between cultural institutions, political leaders and religious stakeholders to ensure that development priorities reflect the aspirations of the people.
The meeting also served as a platform for dialogue at a time when divisions have emerged within some institutions in the region and Leaders present described the engagement as timely, noting that Lango Sub-region has long required a unifying platform capable of transcending political cycles and reinforcing reconciliation.
Hon Obua reiterated that unity remains a cornerstone for sustainable development and prosperity, adding that collaboration among leaders will strengthen service delivery and accelerate socio-economic transformation in the sub-region and expressed confidence that the renewed spirit of cooperation will enhance stability and foster stronger partnerships between the region and central government.
The engagement concluded with a shared commitment to maintain dialogue, promote harmony, and work collectively toward a common development vision for Lango Sub-region.
