President Yoweri Museveni has officially taken the oath of allegiance and oath of office as President of the Republic of Uganda during a colorful swearing-in ceremony attended by regional leaders, dignitaries, government officials and thousands of Ugandans.
The oath of allegiance and presidency was administered by the Chief Justice of Uganda, Flavian Zeija, alongside the Chief Registrar and the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet.
While taking the oath, President Museveni pledged to remain faithful to the Republic of Uganda, uphold and defend the Constitution, and serve Ugandans diligently during his new term in office.
At the ceremony, President Museveni received the instruments of power of the Republic of Uganda, including the National Flag, the Constitution, the Presidential Standard Flag, the National Anthem, the National Coat of Arms and the Public Seal.
The President also received the instruments of national defence from the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
The ceremony featured a Presidential salute, the playing of the national anthem and a 21-gun salute in honor of the Head of State.
In his inaugural address, President Museveni thanked the visiting Heads of State and foreign delegations for standing in solidarity with Uganda during the historic occasion.
President Museveni paid special tribute to Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya for their support to Uganda during the liberation struggle before the National Resistance Movement (NRM) came to power in 1986.
The President particularly acknowledged the contribution of the late Julius Nyerere and appreciated President Samia Suluhu Hassan for continuing the strong ties between Uganda and Tanzania.
President Museveni also commended Ugandans for overwhelmingly voting for the National Resistance Movement in the recent general elections and congratulated other political parties that participated peacefully in the democratic process.
The President emphasized that the new term would focus heavily on wealth creation and job creation, urging Ugandans to actively participate in the money economy through commercial agriculture, manufacturing, services and ICT.
President Museveni highlighted the progress made under the NRM government over the last four decades, noting achievements in peace, infrastructure development, service delivery, regional markets and socio-economic transformation.
He further encouraged Ugandans to embrace commercial agriculture and shared success stories of individuals who transformed their lives through poultry farming, dairy farming and other agricultural enterprises.
The President stressed that Uganda possesses enormous agricultural potential, stating that millions of jobs can be created through small-scale commercial farming if citizens effectively utilize available land.
On industrialization, President Museveni emphasized the importance of value addition, warning against the continued export of raw materials without processing.
The President explained that local processing of products such as gold, coffee and other minerals would significantly increase national revenue, create employment opportunities and strengthen Uganda’s economy.
President Museveni also called for stronger regional integration across Africa, increased intra-African trade and greater industrial growth to unlock the continent’s economic potential.
On education, the President called for reforms that equip learners with practical and employable skills that directly contribute to economic transformation and national development.
President Museveni further urged Ugandans to protect wetlands and forests, noting their importance in irrigation, rainfall formation, environmental conservation and preservation of natural resources.
The President revealed that under the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP-IV), government would prioritize agriculture, manufacturing, ICT and services as key drivers of Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
Additionally, President Museveni encouraged citizens to actively monitor government programs and participate in the management of Parish Development Model (PDM) SACCOs to ensure accountability and proper utilization of public funds.
Vice President Jessica Alupo congratulated President Museveni upon his swearing-in and praised Ugandans for their continued support for the NRM leadership.
The ceremony also featured impressive military displays by the Uganda People's Defence Forces, including demonstrations by the Land Forces, Air Forces, Special Forces Command and Reserve Forces.
Among the distinguished guests who attended the event were President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, President Daniel Francisco Chapo of Mozambique, President Faure Gnassingbé of Togo, President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan, President Félix Tshisekedi of Democratic Republic of the Congo, President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi and several other Heads of State, former leaders and international dignitaries.President Yoweri Museveni has officially taken the oath of allegiance and oath of office as President of the Republic of Uganda during a colorful swearing-in ceremony attended by regional leaders, dignitaries, government officials and thousands of Ugandans.
The oath of allegiance and presidency was administered by the Chief Justice of Uganda, Flavian Zeija, alongside the Chief Registrar and the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet.
While taking the oath, President Museveni pledged to remain faithful to the Republic of Uganda, uphold and defend the Constitution, and serve Ugandans diligently during his new term in office.
At the ceremony, President Museveni received the instruments of power of the Republic of Uganda, including the National Flag, the Constitution, the Presidential Standard Flag, the National Anthem, the National Coat of Arms and the Public Seal.
The President also received the instruments of national defence from the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
The ceremony featured a Presidential salute, the playing of the national anthem and a 21-gun salute in honor of the Head of State.
In his inaugural address, President Museveni thanked the visiting Heads of State and foreign delegations for standing in solidarity with Uganda during the historic occasion.
President Museveni paid special tribute to Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya for their support to Uganda during the liberation struggle before the National Resistance Movement (NRM) came to power in 1986.
The President particularly acknowledged the contribution of the late Julius Nyerere and appreciated President Samia Suluhu Hassan for continuing the strong ties between Uganda and Tanzania.
President Museveni also commended Ugandans for overwhelmingly voting for the National Resistance Movement in the recent general elections and congratulated other political parties that participated peacefully in the democratic process.
The President emphasized that the new term would focus heavily on wealth creation and job creation, urging Ugandans to actively participate in the money economy through commercial agriculture, manufacturing, services and ICT.
President Museveni highlighted the progress made under the NRM government over the last four decades, noting achievements in peace, infrastructure development, service delivery, regional markets and socio-economic transformation.
He further encouraged Ugandans to embrace commercial agriculture and shared success stories of individuals who transformed their lives through poultry farming, dairy farming and other agricultural enterprises.
The President stressed that Uganda possesses enormous agricultural potential, stating that millions of jobs can be created through small-scale commercial farming if citizens effectively utilize available land.
On industrialization, President Museveni emphasized the importance of value addition, warning against the continued export of raw materials without processing.
The President explained that local processing of products such as gold, coffee and other minerals would significantly increase national revenue, create employment opportunities and strengthen Uganda’s economy.
President Museveni also called for stronger regional integration across Africa, increased intra-African trade and greater industrial growth to unlock the continent’s economic potential.
On education, the President called for reforms that equip learners with practical and employable skills that directly contribute to economic transformation and national development.
President Museveni further urged Ugandans to protect wetlands and forests, noting their importance in irrigation, rainfall formation, environmental conservation and preservation of natural resources.
The President revealed that under the Fourth National Development Plan (NDP-IV), government would prioritize agriculture, manufacturing, ICT and services as key drivers of Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
Additionally, President Museveni encouraged citizens to actively monitor government programs and participate in the management of Parish Development Model (PDM) SACCOs to ensure accountability and proper utilization of public funds.
Vice President Jessica Alupo congratulated President Museveni upon his swearing-in and praised Ugandans for their continued support for the NRM leadership.
The ceremony also featured impressive military displays by the Uganda People's Defence Forces, including demonstrations by the Land Forces, Air Forces, Special Forces Command and Reserve Forces.
Among the distinguished guests who attended the event were President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, President Daniel Francisco Chapo of Mozambique, President Faure Gnassingbé of Togo, President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan, President Félix Tshisekedi of Democratic Republic of the Congo, President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi and several other Heads of State, former leaders and international dignitaries.