By Haron Okwir
Otuke, Uganda | Otuke District has ushered in a new Uganda National Students Association (UNSA) leadership, with education stakeholders urging the students to use the platform responsibly while prioritising their studies.
The elections, held at Okwang Technical Institute, attracted delegates from various schools across the district.
Although some institutions such as Orum SS and Mary Asumpta Girls SS did not participate, the exercise was described as competitive and successful.
Speakers at the event stressed that while leadership equips students with skills for the future, academic performance remains the most important qualification.
The District Education Officer, Madam Lucy Acheng, said the new leaders must hold regular meetings to strengthen coordination but warned them against neglecting books.
District Coordinator John Kennedy Meri echoed similar sentiments, urging both outgoing and incoming leaders to concentrate on teamwork while keeping academics first.
“…The certificate they get from leadership is good, but the one they are studying for will help them more…,” he said.
Outgoing president Enyang Walter encouraged the new team to complete unfinished projects such as tree planting and setting up a district signpost, while also consolidating gains made under his tenure, including the establishment of a debating competition.
The new president pledged to focus on improving communication among schools and making the association more vibrant in Otuke.
Patron leaders, such as Janet Atim Arach of Okwang SS, reminded the students that leadership is a calling and asked them to be exemplary.
