GULU: The regional parliamentary sitting in Gulu, which began on Wednesday, is scheduled to conclude today, August 30, 2024. These sessions are part of an initiative to bring Parliament closer to the people, focusing on regional engagement and incorporating citizen input into the legislative process. Following Gulu, the sittings are planned to continue in the East, West, and Central regions of Uganda.
The Gulu sessions, however, faced some opposition from within the parliamentary ranks. A segment of opposition MPs chose to boycott the meeting, reflecting ongoing internal disagreements and dissent within the opposition ranks.
During the Gulu sitting on Thursday, President Yoweri Museveni urged local communities to adopt his 4-acre model for prosperity, which emphasizes self-sufficiency and agricultural productivity on a small scale. He also highlighted the importance of utilizing the current road infrastructure effectively before the government embarks on further major road development projects in the region.
The initiative to hold regional plenary sessions underscores a commitment to decentralizing parliamentary activities and fostering greater engagement between lawmakers and local communities.
