Lira, Uganda | More than 3,700 health trainees were on Thursday, 28 August 2025, officially passed out after completing a 10 day patriotism training course at Uganda Technical College (UTC) in Lira City.
The programme drew participation from seven health learning institutions, including King James School of Nursing & Midwifery, Uganda Christian Institute, Jerusalem Institute of Health Sciences, Lira Institute of Health & Management Sciences, and Victoria School of Nursing & Midwifery, among others.
A total of 3,722 students completed the training.
Lira City Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Lawrence Egole, who presided over the ceremony, said the training had instilled discipline, teamwork, and a spirit of service that would boost the students’ capacity to contribute to Uganda’s development.
He noted that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has, for nearly four decades, emphasised patriotism as a tool for fighting poverty and ignorance.
Egole praised the president for the progress achieved under his leadership and encouraged school administrators to continue enrolling their students in such programmes.
Dr. Benard Otucu, Lira City Health Officer, stressed that the initiative also contributed to students’ well-being.
He said the physical drills and activities kept participants fit and mentally alert, preparing them better for their demanding careers in the health sector.
Canon Jane Obeny, the City Education Officer, shared her own testimony of the benefits of patriotism, saying it had strengthened her commitment to public service.
She explained that the President’s introduction of patriotism training was aimed at nurturing citizens who not only love their country but also safeguard its resources and values.
The pass-out ceremony was attended by Resident City Commissioners, education and health officers, directors of health institutions, and other local leaders, who all commended the students for their resilience and discipline during the course.
The patriotism programme is part of a broader government effort to integrate national values into education and leadership development, particularly among young people preparing to serve in key professional sectors.
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