President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has attributed the country’s challenges currently to pervasive corruption amongst leaders.
Speaking at the 4th anniversary celebrations of the Almighty Papa Elohim Church, the president emphasized that transparent leadership is crucial for addressing issues like corruption and sectarianism.
“The fact of the matter is all the problems are caused by the leaders. The corruption, the sectarianism, among others, all of them are done mainly by the leaders. I know that is the fact. If the leaders are straight, many problems would be solved,” he asserted.
At this function, Museveni also urged the people of Teso to combat poverty through initiatives such as commercial agriculture, including livestock grazing, fruit farming, cassava cultivation, fishing, and poultry farming.
In her remarks, the Vice President H.E Jessica Alupo acknowledged government investments in Teso Subregion, citing improvements in infrastructure, the Parish Development Model (PDM), Emyooga, and more.
The Vice President further thanked Lt. Gen. Elwelu for inviting them together as leaders and locals to interact with God, before urging everyone to always pray because prayer transcends all other powers.
On his part, Lt. Gen. Elwelu expressed gratitude to President Museveni for participating in the commemorative event, emphasizing the inclusive nature of the House of Almighty Elohim.
“There’s no religion here, here there is freedom of heaven, we are one, we are God’s children so here we don’t segregate. This is a place for everybody. This place Your Excellency is your house with God. I’m just a caretaker of this place. Anytime you feel like coming here don’t even tell me, just come because this is your ground,” He highlighted.
The gathering brought together various dignitaries, including ministers, Members of Parliament, UPDF officers, and religious and cultural leaders.