Uganda, As Ugandans celebrate the festive season, religious leaders have called for peace, unity, and responsibility both on the roads and in communities as the country prepares for the 2026 general elections.
Dr. Moses Odong, the General Overseer of the National Fellowship of Born-Again Pentecostal Churches of Uganda, delivered a Christmas and New Year message emphasizing peace, tolerance, and national responsibility.
He described life as a sacred gift from God and urged Ugandans to value it by acting responsibly during the holidays.
“Let us be responsible on our roads, avoid reckless speeding, and spend meaningful time with our families,” Dr. Odong said. “This is a season to reconnect, reconcile, and strengthen family bonds.”
The faith leader also called for vigilance during social and religious gatherings, encouraging churches, mosques, and other institutions to cooperate with security agencies to ensure safety throughout the festive period.
“We believe in prayer, but we also believe in wisdom,” he added. “Security is a shared responsibility, and vigilance helps preserve peace.”
As the nation enters the election season, Dr. Odong appealed to Ugandans to embrace tolerance and respect across political lines, warning against division and provocation.
“Uganda is a diverse nation with many voices and opinions. Let us choose dialogue over division and peace over provocation,” he said.
In a symbolic gesture toward national unity and environmental stewardship, Dr. Odong encouraged Ugandans to plant what he called a “2026 Tree” representing faith, hope, and care for future generations.
He concluded his message by calling on all believers and citizens to pray for the country’s peace and stability as it approaches the 2026 general elections.
“Peace is not accidental,” Dr. Odong noted. “It is cultivated through prayer, responsibility, and unity.”
