Deputy IGG warns ministers against interfering in operations
Muhairwe advised ministers to embrace the “eyes-on, hands-off” principle by providing oversight while respecting established legal and administrative processes.
The Deputy Inspector General of Government, Anne Muhairwe, addressing newly appointed Cabinet ministers during their 10-day induction retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi on June 20, 2026. (Courtesy photos)
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The Deputy Inspector General of Government, Anne Muhairwe, has urged Cabinet ministers to exercise their oversight role without interfering in the day-to-day operations of government institutions, warning that such involvement breeds conflicts of interest and creates opportunities for corruption.
Muhairwe made the remarks on June 20, 2026, while addressing newly appointed Cabinet ministers during their 10-day induction retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi.
Her presentation focused on the mandate of the Inspectorate of Government and the role of the Executive in combating corruption.
“The law assigns the responsibility of recruitment processes, procurement award decisions and other day-to-day administrative functions to accounting officers. Where a minister identifies wrongdoing, the appropriate action is to refer the matter to the competent authority rather than assume functions assigned to others,” Muhairwe said.
She warned that undermining institutional safeguards could reverse years of progress and expose government systems to abuse by corrupt officials.
According to Muhairwe, strong oversight and respect for institutional processes are complementary and must be upheld together to strengthen accountability and curb corruption.
“A minister who remains independent retains the moral authority necessary to supervise others and demand accountability,” she said.
Muhairwe also called on ministers to provide proactive political leadership by regularly inspecting government projects and programmes to ensure they are delivering benefits to citizens.
She reminded the ministers that Ugandans judge government by the quality of services and tangible improvements in their daily lives rather than promises, urging them to strengthen monitoring and evaluation of public service delivery.
Muhairwe challenged the ministers to place the interests of citizens above personal ambitions, saying public office is about serving the nation with integrity, accountability and commitment.
She was accompanied by Inspectorate of Government directors Annet Twine, Gerald Gwaira and Kakooza Savio Ntensibe.