Speaker warns leaders against corruption in Parish Development Model
Reviewing PDM progress in West Budama Central, the Speaker cautioned local leaders against demanding kickbacks from beneficiaries.
Office of the Speaker
Rt. Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth
Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda
- West Budama Central
- 12th Parliament
- Elected Speaker · 25 May 2026
The Speaker
A lawyer and long-serving legislator
Rt. Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth has represented West Budama in Parliament since 2011 and served as State Minister for Defence before Members elected him Speaker of the 12th Parliament in May 2026.
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From the Speaker
“Accountability begins with us. I will remain the same Oboth‑Oboth, not changed by the grandeur or majesty of this office.”
Rt. Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth
Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda • on his election, 25 May 2026
Mandate
The Speaker's Work
On taking office, the Speaker set out seven pillars to guide the work of the House.
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Zero tolerance for corruption
Holding the House and public institutions to the same standard the Legislature demands of others.
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Strengthened accountability
Following up on the resolutions and recommendations Parliament adopts.
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Evidence-based debate
Grounding decisions of the House in data and expert analysis.
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A people-centred legislature
Keeping the concerns of citizens at the centre of the parliamentary agenda.
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Results-based budgeting
Scrutinising public spending against the outcomes it is meant to deliver.
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An open Parliament
Making the work of the House accessible to the public and the media.
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Proactive oversight
Examining the work of the Executive without waiting for a crisis to prompt it.
Updates
Latest from the Speaker
Courtesy call by the Speaker of the East African Legislative Assembly
The EALA Speaker, Rt. Hon. Joseph Ntakirutimana, called on Speaker Oboth to discuss aligning EAC Partner States' governance systems behind regional integration.
Meeting with the Bushenyi District Women Council Executive
Women leaders from Bushenyi briefed the Speaker on a proposed mindset-change training programme for women benefiting from the Parish Development Model.
Farewell service for Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu
The Speaker joined bishops, clergy and Christians in Tororo to honour the outgoing Archbishop of the Church of Uganda.
Parliament deposits Shs3 billion towards Nsambya cancer treatment centre
The Speaker announced that Parliament has paid Shs3 billion to the Uganda Rotary Cancer Run towards the Cancer Treatment Centre at St. Francis Hospital, Nsambya.
Thanksgiving service for Hon. Wandera Sadala in Bugweri
The Speaker pledged to work with area MPs to advocate for the extension of electricity and improved health infrastructure in Bugweri District.
Featured Engagement
Courtesy call by the Speaker of the East African Legislative Assembly
8 September 2026 • Parliament of Uganda, Kampala
The EALA Speaker, Rt. Hon. Joseph Ntakirutimana, called on Speaker Oboth to discuss aligning EAC Partner States' governance systems behind regional integration.
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Speeches & Statements
Read addresses, statements and remarks delivered by the Speaker on matters of national and parliamentary importance.
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Tribute to the late Rt Hon. Gen. (Rtd) Moses Ali
Opening the special sitting, the Speaker honoured the former First Deputy Prime Minister and long-serving legislator as "one of Uganda's greatest libraries".
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Communication from the Chair, 15 July 2026
The Speaker announced the passing of a Member of Uganda's First Parliament, congratulated new committee and commission office-holders, and ruled on the Auditor-General's reports.
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Second reading and passage of the UPDF (Amendment) Bill, 2025
Winding up the debate, Rt. Hon. Oboth said the Bill targeted "those who engage in military-related offences" and was "not about subjecting civilians to military courts arbitrarily". Parliament passed it the same day.
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Presentation of the UPDF (Amendment) Bill, 2025 for first reading
Rt. Hon. Oboth presented the UPDF (Amendment) Bill, 2025 for its first reading — a wide overhaul of military justice, prosecutions, defence health services and veterans' affairs.
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