📷 Govt advised to fight corruption with federalism
Speaking during Eid prayers at Nakivubo Blue Primary School in Kampala, Bbosa argued that a federal system would increase scrutiny and oversight of resource allocation and distribution.
The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Sharia deputy director, Sheikh Salim Bbosa preaching during Eid prayers at Nakivubo Blue Primary School in Kampala. (Photos by Simon Peter Tumwine)
Michael Odeng
Journalist @New Vision
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The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Sharia deputy director, Sheikh Salim Bbosa, has proposed a federal system of governance, citing its potential to combat corruption.
Speaking during Eid prayers at Nakivubo Blue Primary School in Kampala, Bbosa argued that a federal system would increase scrutiny and oversight of resource allocation and distribution.
He emphasised the need for the government to fight corruption, which has led to underdevelopment, citing examples such as hospitals lacking drugs, poor road conditions, and children studying under trees in rural areas.
“Corruption can be reduced if we have a federal system of governance,” Bbosa said, wondering why individuals would embezzle billions of shillings when basic services like roads and healthcare are lacking.
He also noted that despite the provision for establishing Kadhi courts being included in the Constitution, it remains unimplemented, urging leaders to advocate for its implementation in parliament.
Bbosa stated that with the establishment of Kadhi courts, many Muslim leaders in Uganda can effectively teach the Quran, fostering peace within the Muslim community.
Article 129 (1) (d) of the 1995 Constitution provides for the establishment of Kadhi courts for matters of marriage, divorce, inheritance, and custody.
Bbosa commended President Yoweri Museveni for clearing the names of Muslims, who are often wrongly associated with terrorism.
“The Quran teaches us to be peaceful people and to protect others, but there are those who wrongly label us as terrorists,” he noted.
Sheikh Salim Bbosa, the Sharia deputy director, urged the government to adopt merit-based appointments in offices, emphasising that this approach would enable individuals to effectively contribute to institutional development and the country's growth.
He also encouraged young people not to dismiss low-paying jobs, stressing that these opportunities can help combat unemployment in the country.
Bbosa urged Muslims to teach their children how to read the Quran, emphasising that this would guide them towards a righteous life.
Bbosa stressed that the end of Ramadan does not justify reverting to sinful ways or abandoning prayer and fasting.
The Sharia deputy director also emphasised the importance of unity among Muslims, warning that division only allows enemies to exploit and attack them.
“We need to be united as Muslim brothers. If we want to save our brotherhood, we shall always prosper in everything we do,” he advised.
