Rukungiri; The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, has called on the Government of Uganda to intensify the fight against corruption and ensure that investigations are not limited to Anita Among, saying many other officials are involved in corrupt practices.
Bishop Asiimwe made the remarks over the weekend during his homily at the installation service of Rev. Canon George Bazahuuza as Archdeacon of Buhunga Archdeaconry in North Kigezi Diocese.
He urged the government to remain committed to combating corruption at all levels, saying the vice affects both senior and junior public officials.
The Bishop advised Christians to repent for misusing public resources so that they can be filled with the Holy Spirit. He noted that the President of Uganda had declared the current term a period of zero tolerance for corruption and pledged the church’s support in the campaign against the vice.
He also encouraged church leaders to be guided by the Holy Spirit and to remain obedient, noting that leaders who fail to obey authority are likely to face disobedience from those they lead. He described the Holy Spirit as a guide that warns people against wrongdoing and stressed that those who are unwilling to follow righteous guidance should not hold leadership positions.
Speaking at the same function, the Resident District Commissioner of Rukungiri District, Bron Kikanshemeza, who represented the Minister of Security and Rujumbura County Member of Parliament, Maj. Gen. Jim Muhwezi, echoed the Bishop’s concerns.
Kikanshemeza described corruption as one of the greatest challenges facing the country, saying it has contributed to the abandonment of several government projects in Rukungiri District. He cited poorly constructed bridges, particularly in Rujumbura County, as examples of the effects of corruption and mismanagement of public funds.
He called upon leaders, contractors, and citizens to work together to eliminate corruption and ensure taxpayers’ money is used responsibly for quality service delivery and development projects.
