The National Resistance Movement (NRM) secretary general, Richard Todwong, has urged the people of the Karamoja sub-region to embrace a shared responsibility among leaders and citizens in building a peaceful and prosperous society.
Speaking at a belated Liberation Day celebrations in Napak District on Monday, Todwong said the government’s role is to provide peace, security, and infrastructure, but that is it cardinal upon individuals to take charge of own households.
“You are the president of your home, and it must be a centre of excellence. Your children must not be married off before the right age,” he said
Todwong said the Karimojong are hard-working people who should maximise that virtue by reducing on alcohol consumption and a shift the best of their energies on economic activities that positively impact their lives.
He urged the community to utilize existing roads for transporting goods and services, adding that community elders should make more effort to lead the youth in the right direction.
“Abandon that practice of engaging in cattle raids and embracing the special programs for Karamoja until significant development is achieved,” he said.
Ms. Faith Nakut, the Napak District Woman MP, urged the UPDF to engage in concerted efforts to bring about lasting change in Karamoja’s economic liberation.
“In addition to securing Karamoja, the UPDF should also take on the economic liberation of the sub-region. We need a hand so that we can walk with you,” Nakut said.
src: Nilepost
