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Lira City East Deputy RCC Warns New PDM Leaders Against Corruption
1 July 2026, 10:58 am
By Hillary Opio Omara
Steven Odongo, Deputy Resident City Commissioner for Lira City East Division, has warned newly elected Parish Development Model (PDM) SACCO leaders to serve with integrity and ensure transparent management of government funds.
Odongo issued the warning while presiding over the election of PDM SACCO leaders for Akia Ward at Akia Primary School.
“The money belongs to the people and must reach the intended beneficiaries. Anyone who attempts to steal or divert these funds will be held personally accountable,” Odongo cautioned.
He urged the newly elected committee members to distribute PDM funds fairly and without favouritism or political interference.
“The government under President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has zero tolerance for corruption. Any official found embezzling or mismanaging PDM funds would face the full force of the law,” he said.
Odongo emphasized that the Parish Development Model is a flagship government programme aimed at fighting household poverty and improving livelihoods.
Alex Ongom, NRM Chairperson for Akia Ward, commended Government for introducing PDM, saying it has the potential to transform households through financial support for income-generating activities.
“Residents who have received PDM funds, and those who will benefit in future, should invest the money in productive enterprises instead of diverting it to non-developmental activities,”Ongom appealed.
He also encouraged beneficiaries to repay revolving funds on time to enable more community members to access the programme, and urged residents to remain united and avoid false accusations against leaders without evidence.
Akia Ward PDM SACCO Committee:
- Chairperson: Robert Ocero, popularly known as “OC”
- Vice Chairperson: Samuel Obua Owani
- Treasurer: Agnes Akello Omiji
- Secretary: Jackson Odongo
Boke Ward PDM SACCO Committee:
- Chairperson:Rose Acen
- Vice Chairperson: John Kennedy Okwany
- Treasurer:Patricia Akello
- Finance Secretary: Brenda Angom
- Publicity: Morish Okello
Residents of Lira City East lined up during election process (PDM)
The elections are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership and accountability in PDM implementation across Lira City East Division