Tororo, leaders have come up with an innovative approach to tackling corruption – they’ve launched a “prayer altar.” Yes, you read that correctly.
The grand unveiling of this divine creation was presided over by Tororo Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Nickson Owole, who believes that this prayer altar is the key to seeking God’s forgiveness for their corrupt deeds.
Owole seems convinced that the rise in corruption in Tororo is due to leaders straying from the path of righteousness and letting the devil set up shop in their consciences. So, what’s the solution? You guessed it – a prayer altar.
He’s even quoted saying, “The launch of this particular prayer altar is an indication that the leaders in the district have woken up ready to repent before God.” It seems they were in a deep slumber before this divine wake up call.
To emphasize just how serious they are about this prayer altar, they plan to use it for sacrifices and prayers. Yes, they’re going all out. This means they will now hold quarterly prayers and a prayer breakfast as an annual event.
The religious leaders at this groundbreaking event were led by Bishop (Pastor) Tera Olukol of Magodes Pentecostal Outreach Ministries International Tororo. He believes that embracing God will make officers in public offices execute their duties in a “Godlier” way. Let’s hope that also includes executing their duties with a little less corruption.
Pastor Fred Epiat of Altar of God Ministries International Tororo, not to be outdone, suggested that the district should have fellowship hours. Apparently, quarterly and annual prayers just won’t cut it. If there aren’t enough “anointed” individuals to conduct these services, some of the district leaders can volunteer. Perhaps we’ll see politicians moonlighting as preachers.
Not to be left out, Tororo District LC5 Chairperson John Okeya thanked the religious leaders for their prayers. He believes these prayers have helped bring “sanity” to the district. It’s unclear if “sanity” is code for less corruption or if they’ve finally run out of the special water supply.
And, just in case you thought this was all about prayer, Gabriel Atama, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), encouraged the religious leaders to continue praying for the district and also to throw in some sermons about wealth creation. Because who doesn’t want to learn about getting rich while they pray for salvation?
While the effectiveness of this divine intervention remains to be seen, the people of Tororo are hoping that their prayer altar will put an end to the corruption plaguing their district.
