Otuke, Uganda | Otuke District Youth Council has inaugurated a new leadership team, following a handover ceremony held on Friday at the Office of Human Resource.
The event marked the end of Boniface Ouni’s tenure and the beginning of Haron Odongo’s leadership.
During the ceremony, the outgoing leaders handed over key office equipment, including a table, chair, stamp, ink, council files, and a motorcycle.
The District Community Development Officer, Sylvesto Ocen, commended the outgoing leaders for their support to the district’s development initiatives.
He noted that the youth had played a significant role in mobilising participation in programmes such as the Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP), Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme (UWEP), Emyoga, and the Parish Development Model.
He urged the incoming leadership to continue engaging young people in these initiatives and to unite the youth for the common good.
The outgoing Secretary, Thomas Ocen, reflected on the former team’s achievements, highlighting the funding of 23 youth groups across subcounties, the training of 84 youths at the Lango Presidential Zonal Skilling Hub in Lira City, and the opening of a bank account for the council.
He also mentioned their efforts to raise awareness on crime prevention, malaria, and other health issues.
He acknowledged challenges such as limited funding, lack of office space, and low recovery of YLP funds.
The newly elected Chairperson, Haron Odongo, expressed his commitment to collaborating with district officials and the outgoing team to ensure a smooth transition and effective service delivery.
He requested ongoing support from the DCDO office, noting that youth in Otuke face multiple challenges requiring coordinated interventions.
Speaking on behalf of the District LCV Chairperson, Acio Collins advised the new team to focus on teamwork, perform their duties diligently, avoid power struggles, and encourage responsible lifestyles among the youth.
The new leadership team comprises Haron Odongo (Chairperson), Ongany Bonny (Vice Chairperson), Jolly Joe Alengo (Publicity Secretary), Amuge Monica (General Secretary), Amongi Sharon (Secretary for Female Youth), Aguti Sarah (Secretary for Student Affairs), Ereng Ronald (Secretary for Finance), Omaraa Issac (Secretary for Labour Affairs), and Ocen Ronald (Secretary for Sports & Culture).
