The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has stepped in to resolve a conflict between the Secretary of the Mukono District Land Board and board members. The dispute had disrupted the board's operations, affecting service delivery in the district. The IG's Mukono Regional Office held a boardroom engagement on Tuesday to facilitate dialogue and find a resolution. The meeting brought together the conflicting parties and district officials.
The engagement was led by James Gwaira, Director of the Directorate of Research, Education and Advocacy at the Inspectorate of Government. Diana Nantabazi, a Principal Inspectorate Officer, and staff from the Inspectorate's Mukono Regional Office also attended the meeting. The attendees included the Mukono Chief Administrative Officer, the Resident District Commissioner, the Local Council Chairperson, the District Land Board Chairperson, board members, and heads of departments.
During the meeting, Gwaira emphasized the importance of cooperation and effective working relationships among public officers. He noted that these are essential for the smooth functioning of public institutions and the delivery of services to citizens. The meeting aimed to promote mutual understanding, address the differences between the secretary and board members, and establish a working relationship that would enable the board to carry out its responsibilities effectively.
The intervention is part of the Inspectorate of Government's efforts to promote accountability, good governance, and institutional harmony through dialogue and constructive conflict resolution. The Mukono District Land Board is responsible for land administration functions within the district. Effective coordination among its members and secretariat is crucial to the execution of its mandate.
The dispute had hindered the board's ability to perform its duties, affecting land administration and service delivery in Mukono District. The IG's intervention seeks to restore harmonious working relations and improve service delivery. The meeting provided a platform for the conflicting parties to address their differences and work towards a resolution.
The Inspectorate of Government's efforts to promote accountability and good governance are ongoing. The intervention in the Mukono District Land Board dispute demonstrates the IG's commitment to resolving conflicts and promoting institutional harmony. The IG's role in facilitating dialogue and constructive conflict resolution is essential in promoting effective working relationships among public officers.
The successful resolution of the dispute will enable the Mukono District Land Board to carry out its responsibilities effectively. The IG's intervention will also contribute to improved service delivery in the district. The collaboration between the IG and district officials demonstrates a commitment to promoting accountability, good governance, and institutional harmony in Uganda.
Key points
- The Inspectorate of Government has intervened in a dispute between the Secretary of the Mukono District Land Board and board members to restore harmonious working relations and improve service delivery.
