The King of Kumam, Raphael Otaya, has called on Ugandans to uphold peace, unity, and respect for leadership before, during, and after the forthcoming elections.
Speaking to members of the Kumam, Alur, Lugbara, Madi, Lango, Acholi, and Iteso communities living in Kampala, who gathered at Kyebando Kisalosalo last evening, King Otaya warns that instability could plunge the country back into a painful past.
He urges his subjects to be guided by moral and spiritual values, emphasizing humility, respect, and obedience to lawful authority as key pillars of national stability.
Reflecting on Uganda’s turbulent history, King Otaya cautions that violence and disorder could undo the progress the country has achieved over the years.
He warns that failure to maintain peace risks returning Uganda to a dark past that many would not wish to experience again.
The King particularly appeals to young and energetic men and women not to misuse their strength to cause chaos, noting that violence threatens both the nation and those who engage in it.
The Kumam King further urges his subjects to embrace saving, respect cultural values, and protect national development gains. He rallies the youth to adopt a culture of hard work, saving, and long-term planning, stressing that while government provides infrastructure and an enabling environment, individuals must take responsibility for creating personal wealth.
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