Haron Okwir
Otuke, Uganda | The Assistant Resident District Commissioner of Otuke, Isaac Opio Opeo, has warned teachers against taking multiple loans, saying it affects their performance and disrupts learning.
This followed a school inspection carried out on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Amele Primary School in Okwang Town Council and Barjobi Primary School in Barjobi Town Council.
The team comprised Deputy CAO James Ingoi, District Education Officer Lucy Acheng, and School Inspector Bosco Areng.
Speaking from his office on Wednesday, July 23, Opio said the inspection aimed to assess the current state of education in the district.
He noted that both schools had clean, well-maintained environments with a “talking compound” that instills discipline among pupils.
He observed that pupils were receiving meals at school, in line with Ministry of Education and Sports guidelines, and commended parents, teachers, and the PTA for their joint efforts.
Amele Primary School was highlighted for attracting learners from neighboring districts such as Alebtong, Agago, and Lira an indication of confidence in the school’s performance.
Opio expressed concern over teacher absenteeism and poor financial discipline.
He said teachers who acquire multiple loans risk being overwhelmed when payment deadlines come, potentially leading to absenteeism and disrupting lessons.
He encouraged teachers to consider upgrading their academic qualifications, adding that further training would enhance their professional growth and contribute to better learning outcomes.
He also urged headteachers to ensure accurate pupil enrollment figures are submitted for inspection.
He praised the government under President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for sustaining the Universal Primary Education (UPE) program and emphasized the need for collective responsibility in improving education in the district.
