Rt. Hon. Richard Todwong, the Secretary General of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), delivered a compelling message to leaders, urging them to focus on empowering their communities for economic prosperity.
Addressing senior officers of the Uganda Prisons Services during a lecture on ‘Government agenda for a modern strong economy,’ Todwong emphasized the importance of passing on acquired skills to uplift ordinary citizens and drive productivity.
“Our role as leaders today is to pass on the skills we attain to the ordinary people around us to encourage productivity,” Todwong asserted.
He highlighted the significant strides made by the NRM government in restoring peace and security, underscoring their instrumental role in facilitating economic recovery and progress. Todwong reminded the officers about the challenges the country faced before the NRM’s intervention, including political instability, widespread poverty, disease prevalence, and low life expectancy.
“The NRM government inherited a nation in turmoil, marred by conflict and division. Through concerted efforts, we steered the country towards political stability, social cohesion, and economic prosperity,” Todwong remarked.
Emphasizing the need for concerted efforts towards socio-economic empowerment, Todwong urged government officials and leaders to channel their focus and resources into initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, fostering job creation, and stimulating economic growth.
Todwong reiterated the NRM’s commitment to core principles such as patriotism, democracy, pan-Africanism, and socio-economic transformation. He stressed the importance of fostering national unity, particularly in times of adversity.
“In times of crisis, there is no room for division based on tribe or religion. We must stand together to safeguard our nation,” Todwong urged the officers.
He concluded with a poignant reminder: “There is no tribe or religion when the nation is burning. Please guard your country well.”
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