Uganda Christian University (Uganda Christian University) has officially unveiled the Henry Orombi Road at its Main Campus in Mukono, naming the thoroughfare in honour of retired Archbishop Henry Luke Orombi, a former Archbishop of the Church of Uganda and ex-Chancellor of the university.
The road, which runs from the Bishop Tucker Gate to the Main Gate, was unveiled during a ceremony presided over by Archbishop Orombi himself as part of the university’s ongoing seven-year Campus Transformation Initiative.
The naming recognises his long-standing contribution to the Church, the university, and Uganda’s public life.
The day’s programme began with a sermon by Archbishop Orombi at ThornyCroft Chapel in Nkoyoyo Hall, after which he toured the campus before leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the newly named road.
He was later hosted to a luncheon attended by university leadership and members of the wider UCU community. The event was presided over by Vice Chancellor Professor Aaron Mushengyezi and included tree planting, a visit to the ThornyCroft Chapel sanctuary grounds, a gift presentation ceremony, and remarks from senior administrators.
Archbishop Henry Luke Orombi (Henry Luke Orombi) reflected on his long association with the institution, noting its role in shaping his theological formation and ministry.
“UCU built me up. I sing the praise of UCU wherever I go because I believe what they put in students here is special,” he said.
He also encouraged members of the university community to uphold integrity and finish well in their respective callings.
“Let your departure be good so that you can always come back; if you don’t finish well, it’s hard to come back,” he added.
Born on October 11, 1949, Orombi studied at Bishop Tucker Theological College in Mukono, the predecessor of Uganda Christian University, where he obtained a Diploma in Theology before proceeding to St John’s College, Nottingham in England for a Bachelor of Divinity.
He was ordained as a priest in 1993 and went on to serve in several leadership roles within the Church, including Diocesan Youth Officer in Moyo and Adjumani (1979–1986), Archdeacon of Goli in Nebbi (1987–1993), and later Bishop of Nebbi Diocese from 1993 to 2003.
He was elected the 7th Archbishop of the Church of Uganda (Church of Uganda), serving from January 2004 to December 2012, succeeding the late Archbishop Livingstone Mpalanyi Nkoyoyo and later handing over to Archbishop Stanley Ntagali.
During his tenure as Archbishop and later as Chancellor of Uganda Christian University, Orombi was credited with strengthening institutional growth, expanding academic programmes, and deepening the integration of Christian formation with academic excellence.
In a citation read by Vice Chancellor Professor Aaron Mushengyezi, the university described him as a transformative leader whose service strengthened both the Church and the institution.
The citation highlighted his leadership in promoting evangelism, discipleship, reconciliation, and infrastructure development, as well as enhancing Uganda’s engagement within the global Anglican Communion.
The university also noted his influence in shaping UCU’s vision of producing graduates who are intellectually competent, morally grounded, and spiritually mature.
It further described him as a mentor and servant leader whose humility and integrity left a lasting impression on students, staff, and the wider Christian community.
In explaining the decision to name the road after him, the university said the honour reflects his enduring legacy as both Archbishop and Chancellor.
“His legacy continues to inspire generations to pursue excellence, servant leadership, and faithful Christian witness,” the citation noted.
The ceremony concluded with symbolic activities including tree planting and a tour of key campus sites, marking what the university described as a milestone in its transformation agenda.