Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has urged the people of Omoro District to safeguard the political legacy of the Oulanyah family by rallying behind Hon. Andrew Ojok Oulanyah, the Omoro County Member of Parliament.
He emphasised that protecting and supporting him as their Member of Parliament would be key to sustaining the vision and service legacy left behind by his late father.
Tayebwa made these remarks on Tuesday, 31 March, 2026 at the burial of Mzee Nathan Okori in Lalogi sub-county, Omoro District. Okori was the father to the late former Speaker Jacob Oulanyah.
Okori who died at the age of 97 was laid to rest in a celebratory send-off, with traditional Bwola dancers escorting the body as locals danced in tribute to his long and fulfilled life.
Tayebwa applauded the unity among the Acholi leaders noting that their regional agenda aligns with the broader national priorities of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government.
He stressed that the next critical phase of leadership would focus on fighting poverty, calling on leaders across the region to work collectively toward socio-economic transformation.
Highlighting personal ties, Tayebwa revealed that several members of his official team previously served under the late Jacob Oulanyah, a reflection of the enduring bond between the Oulanyah family and government institutions.
He thanked the family for what he described as a long-standing relationship of trust and service.
The Deputy Speaker also conveyed a condolence message from President Yoweri Museveni, who described the late Nathan Okori as a pillar in shaping responsible and disciplined leaders.
Museveni praised Okori for raising children and grandchildren who have contributed significantly to national development, singling out the late Jacob Oulanyah for his patriotism and dedicated service to Parliament.
The Justice Minister, Hon. Norbert Mao hailed Speaker Anita Among, Thomas Tayebwa and Chief Justice Emeritus Alfonse Owiny-Dollo for standing with the Oulanyah family.
The burial ceremony attended by several government officials, Members of Parliament and local leaders from the region was marked by tributes and reflections, underscored the enduring influence of the Oulanyah family in Uganda’s political and social landscape.
