Amolatar RDC office to investigate Amolatar SDA Secondary School’s Lack of Participation in Patriotism Initiatives

11 June 2025, 2:02 pm

By Alphonse Odur

Amolatar, Uganda – On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, during a significant graduation ceremony celebrating the achievement of an additional 2,441 student patriots, the Office of the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) announced plans to investigate Amolatar SDA Secondary School’s troubling absence from patriotism initiatives.

This decision follows the previous day’s graduation of 1,187 student patriots, highlighting a concerning lack of engagement from one of the district’s educational institutions.

Mr. Obete Joseph, the district coordinator for the patriotism club in Amolatar, voiced his concerns during the ceremony held at the Amolatar Boma ground.

 He urged the RDC’s office to scrutinize the reasons behind Amolatar SDA Secondary School’s exclusion from important patriotism activities. “It is illegal for any school to prevent its students from participating in government-sponsored programs,” Mr. Obete stated emphatically, underscoring the importance of such initiatives in fostering national pride and responsibility among youth.

Additionally, Mr. Obete revealed that Amolatar SDA was initially expected to conduct training sessions at Amolatar SS but inexplicably withdrew without offering an explanation.

This lack of communication raises further questions about the school’s commitment to national values.

In response to these developments, Rwotlonyo Okello Odoki Francis, the district resident district commissioner, confirmed that he would investigate the matter thoroughly.

He also noted that while schools were expected to contribute 260,000 UGX towards patriotism initiatives, many had failed to do so, despite their students benefiting from the training programs. “Reports have reached me about Amolatar SDA Secondary School consistently avoiding government programs, including essential co-curricular activities,” he added.

This situation has drawn concern not only from local leaders but also from parents and students who are keen on participating in programs that enhance their civic responsibilities.

 While efforts are underway to address these issues, the chairperson of the board of governors at Amolatar SDA Secondary School, Mr. Jimmy Okombe, defended the school’s position, attributing their lack of involvement to insufficient funding.

As investigations continue, the community awaits clarity on the school’s future participation in patriotism initiatives and broader government programs, hoping for improved engagement that benefits all students in Amolatar.