Serve With Integrity: Deputy IGG Urges Newly Sworn-In Leadership Code Tribunal And Court Martial Members
Jan. 7, 2026
Members of the
Leadership Code Tribunal and the General Court Martial were today sworn in at
the Judiciary Headquarters following their appointment by H.E. President Yoweri
Kaguta Museveni.
The newly
sworn-in team of the Leadership Code Tribunal includes: Dr. Roselyn Karugonjo
Segawa (Chairperson), Dr. Anthony Conrad Kaweesi Kakooza (Deputy Chairperson),
Ms. Jane Okelowange (Member) Mr. Didas Bakunzi Mufasha (Member) and Ms. Annette
Karungi (Member).
Speaking at the
ceremony on behalf of the Inspector General of Government, the Deputy Inspector
General of Government, Dr. Patricia Achan Okiria, congratulated the newly
sworn-in members and conveyed warm greetings from the Inspector General of
Government, Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala.
“The Inspector
General of Government is very happy that the Leadership Code Tribunal is now in
place. We have had a compilation of cases that require adjudication, and today
marks a significant milestone in our collective journey towards upholding
integrity, accountability, and transparency in governance,” Dr. Achan Okiria
said.
She explained
that the Leadership Code Tribunal was established to foster a culture of
integrity among public servants and to provide a clear framework outlining the
standards of conduct expected of leaders in government.
Dr. Achan Okiria
urged members of the Leadership Code Tribunal and General Court Martial to
execute their duties with diligence and seriousness, emphasizing that their
decisions would have a direct impact on public confidence in government
institutions.
“Your decisions
will not only affect the lives of individuals but will also shape public trust
in institutions. Your presence in the Leadership Code Tribunal and the General
Court Martial will be pivotal in rebuilding that trust,” she said.
She further
noted that the work of the tribunal will have far-reaching implications, reinforcing
the principle that no one is above the law and that all leaders remain
accountable for their actions.
She highlighted
the importance of collaboration, stressing that the fight against corruption
and the promotion of ethical leadership require collective efforts,
partnerships and strategic alliances among stakeholders.
In her closing
remarks, Dr. Achan Okiria reminded the newly sworn-in members of the weight of
responsibility they had assumed through their oath of office.
“You have taken
an oath to serve in this noble role. Let wisdom, courage and commitment guide
you as you uphold the rule of law. May your tenure be marked by integrity,
success and a positive impact on our nation,” she concluded.