Nwoya Leaders Warned Against Illegal Land Charges During Transactions

What the report says

More than 170 grassroots leaders in Nwoya District have completed an induction focused on leadership duties, local governance and the lawful handling of land matters, according to Nile Post. The session brought together Local Council I and II chairpersons, as well as women council leaders, and was organised by Nwoya District Woman MP Christine Lanyero Awany to help them better understand their responsibilities in serving communities.

A local government expert, Lucy Lapoti, told participants that gaps in knowledge, especially among leaders new to office, can weaken service delivery. She warned them not to impose illegal charges during land transactions and urged them to settle land disputes in line with the law. Lapoti also said that better remuneration for grassroots leaders could help reduce corruption risks.

Awany said the training was intended to improve leaders’ effectiveness and encouraged them to apply what they learned in their day-to-day work. The report also says National Resistance Movement Secretary General Richard Todwong attended and called for similar training to be extended to LC3 leaders and district officials, including district chairpersons.

Participants welcomed the initiative but said low pay and limited transport remain major barriers to their work, especially across large areas they are expected to cover. They argued that stronger support from government would help them reach residents, resolve disputes and mobilise communities more effectively.