Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has urged leaders to embrace unity, integrity, and service, as the country continues to mourn the late Hellen Nakimuli.
Speaking during a memorial service held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Tayebwa joined family, religious leaders, Members of Parliament, and friends in honoring Nakimuli’s legacy.
The Deputy Speaker emphasized that her approach to leadership stood apart from divisive politics, focusing instead on purpose-driven service.
“As we continue to mourn her passing, we should draw lessons from the leadership values she espoused. For her, leadership was less about disagreements, numbers, or political wins; it was about purpose, integrity, and service,” Tayebwa said.
He described the late legislator as a principled leader who consistently prioritized dialogue over confrontation.
According to Tayebwa, Nakimuli remained committed to seeking solutions and fostering unity, even in politically tense moments where others might have opted for conflict.
The Deputy Speaker also highlighted the influence of Nakimuli’s upbringing, particularly crediting her father for instilling strong values rooted in faith.
He noted that her background shaped a leader who demonstrated humility, compassion, and inclusivity in Parliament, treating colleagues equally regardless of political or ethnic differences.
In a message directed to the Orthodox Church, Tayebwa reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining close ties with religious institutions.
He pledged continued support and openness to spiritual guidance, describing the Church as a key partner in promoting moral leadership.
“The greatest honour we can give Hon. Nakimuli is to embrace a politics of respect, unity, and service to our people,” he added.
Nakimuli’s death has drawn tributes from across the political divide, with leaders remembering her as a unifying figure whose legacy may continue to shape Uganda’s political discourse.