Mbale, (UG):- The Secretary in the Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande has asked Resident District/City Commissioners (RDCs) and District Internal Security Officers (DISOs) to block any protests aimed at showing discontent against the government.
Hajj Kakande while opening a capacity-building workshop for RDCs and DISOs from Bugisu and Sebei Sub-regions at Wash and Wills Hotel in Mbale City said that people who are not satisfied with some issues under the government control should desist from engaging in protests.
According to Kakande, there are avenues of reaching out to the government to address issues that people are dissatisfied with as opposed to engaging in protests. He said that in a bid to maintain peace and security in the country, RDCs and DISOs should not tolerate such protests in their areas of jurisdiction.
He further advised the participants to work closely with other stakeholders such as the local government officials, civil society organizations and the private sector to monitor government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) to improve the livelihoods of the citizens.
“You should also promote security and stability in your respective districts and work closely with security agencies to address any security threats that may arise,” he said.
“…also focus on fighting corruption and ensuring that government resources are used efficiently and effectively, and support the development of infrastructure including roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure that is essential for economic growth and development.”
To achieve this, Hajji Kakande opined that the commissioners should be proactive and innovative in their approach to addressing the challenges facing their respective districts.
“You must also be accountable and transparent in all aspects of your work. It is crucial that you effectively communicate the various government interventions aimed at improving the lives of our citizens. As leaders, you play a pivotal role in popularizing these interventions in your districts. Your team efforts will help to increase awareness, promote ownership and ensure the success of these initiatives.”
Hajji Kakande further called upon the commissioners to mobilize for President Museveni ahead of the 2026 general elections.
“As we approach the 2026 Electoral year, it’s essential that we rally our supporters and promote the National Resistance Movement (NRM) agenda in Bugisu and Bukedi. The NRM party has a proven track record of delivering on its promises and we must ensure that our people are aware of the progress so far made. Let’s work together to ensure that our people are informed, engaged and motivated to support the NRM in the 2026 elections.”
He also emphasized the need for RDCs to actualize presidential directives on environmental protection and the parish development model by ensuring that wetlands are not degraded and people receive funds for the parish development model as per the guidelines.
Asumin Nasike the Mbale Resident City Commissioner expressed commitment to fight environmental degradation by stopping all developments in wetlands and helping in the continued fight against corruption.
The RCC also thanked the President for reappointing Hajji Kakande as Secretary Office of the President.
“We thank the Office of the President for always guiding us on how to do our job. We also thank the Minister for Presidency, for closely monitoring us and ensuring that we are up to the task,” she said.
Ms Naome Nakawala the Mbale Deputy Resident District Commissioner says that the capacity building workshop will help to boost their monitoring and supervisory role in the education sector, especially on issues of extra fees charges in government-aided schools where children are sent home because of failing to clear them.
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