KAMPALA — Sironko District Woman Member of Parliament Asha Nabulo Mafabi has joined religious leaders, political leaders and other well-wishers at a thanksgiving service organised in honour of First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni.
The interfaith service, held at the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) headquarters in Kyambogo, Kampala, was hosted by the head of the office, Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye.
The gathering brought together people from different religious and social backgrounds to give thanks for the life and wellbeing of Mrs Museveni and to pray for her continued strength and service to the country.
Ms Nabulo said the occasion was an important demonstration of the role of faith in bringing Ugandans together, particularly when the country is faced with issues that require collective responsibility and unity.
She described Mrs Museveni as a leader whose public life has been closely associated with education, family welfare and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of young people and communities.
“Maama Janet has demonstrated humility, faith and commitment to service. Her contribution to the country goes beyond her official responsibilities,” Ms Nabulo said.
She also commended the ONC leadership for bringing together people of different faiths for the prayers, saying such gatherings create space for citizens to reflect on shared values despite their political, religious or social differences.
Ms Nabulo called on Ugandans to sustain the spirit of prayer and thanksgiving while strengthening families and communities.
Hajjat Namyalo said the service was intended to give Ugandans an opportunity to appreciate God for the blessings bestowed upon the First Lady while seeking continued peace, unity and stability for the country.
She urged citizens to remain committed to peaceful coexistence and national service, saying prayer should be accompanied by responsibility and a willingness to contribute to the country’s development.
“Thanksgiving reminds us to appreciate God for the blessings we have received and to remain committed to serving our country,” Hajjat Namyalo said.
The service also featured prayers and worship led by religious leaders, including Pastor Aloysius Bujingo, who encouraged Ugandans to look beyond their differences and work together for the common good.
Pastor Bujingo urged the faithful to uphold respect, faith and unity, saying differences in religion, politics or social standing should not undermine the country’s collective aspirations.
Participants subsequently prayed for the continued health and strength of Mrs Museveni, as well as peace, stability and prosperity for Uganda.
Mrs Museveni, who has served as First Lady for more than three decades, has also held the portfolio of Minister of Education and Sports and has been involved in programmes focusing on education, family values, youth development and community empowerment.
The thanksgiving service ended with a call for citizens to embrace gratitude, unity and responsible leadership as Uganda continues to pursue its social and economic development goals.