Embrace unity and reconciliation like Janani Luwum, Ugandans told

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The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr Stephen Kazimba, has urged Ugandans to embrace unity, forgiveness, and dialogue, particularly among political leaders.

His appeal came during the Janani Luwum Day commemoration in Wii Gweng village, Mucwini sub-county, Kitgum district, on Sunday.

Kazimba emphasised that in the spirit of Janani Luwum, a prominent peacemaker, there should always be room for dialogue and reconciliation among leaders.

He further described Luwum as a steadfast religious leader who stood firmly for truth.

"As we celebrate Janani Luwum, let us remember his courage and resilience in standing for truth and justice," Kazimba said.

President Yoweri Museveni, in a speech delivered by Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, honoured Janani Luwum as a leader who stood for truth, liberty, peace, justice, and patriotism.

The Prime minister of Uganda, Robinah Nabanja, with the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr Stephen Kazimba. (Photo by Dennis Ojwee)

“Luwum will be remembered as an influential leader, not just for his spiritual position, but for his actions and unwavering commitment to change,” he said.

The President highlighted that Luwum's martyrdom serves as a reminder of Uganda's history of extra-judicial killings and the National Resistance Movement’s fight to restore democracy and the rule of law.

Archbishop Emeritus John Baptist Odama called Luwum a victim of violence, urging Christians to stand against it.

The paramount chief of the Acholi Cultural Institution, Rwot David Onen Acana II, encouraged Ugandans to emulate Luwum's courage in the face of tyranny.