The Deputy Inspector General of Government (DIGG), Dr. Patricia Achan Okiria, has reaffirmed the Inspectorate of Government’s commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, integrity and value for money in public procurement as essential pillars of effective public service delivery.

Dr. Achan Okiria made the remarks yesterday while representing the Inspectorate of Government at the *10th International Public Procurement Conference (IPPC10)*, organised by the Uganda Management Institute (UMI) from November 3–5, 2026, at Hotel Africana in Kampala.

The conference, held under the theme *“Emerging Paradigm Shift in Public Procurement,”* brought together government leaders, procurement practitioners and other stakeholders to exchange ideas, share experiences and explore practical approaches to strengthening public procurement systems.

In her remarks, the DIGG emphasised that public procurement plays a critical role in ensuring that public resources are utilised transparently, efficiently and for their intended purposes. She noted that accountable procurement processes are essential in safeguarding public funds, preventing corruption and ensuring value for money in the delivery of public services.

*The Inspectorate of Government’s Role in Procurement Accountability*

The Inspectorate of Government plays a critical oversight role in promoting integrity and accountability in public procurement through its constitutional and statutory mandate to investigate corruption, abuse of authority and maladministration in public offices.

The Inspectorate investigates allegations of corruption and procurement-related irregularities involving public officials, particularly where there is abuse of office, mismanagement of public resources, conflict of interest or other conduct that undermines transparency and accountability.

Through investigations, enforcement of accountability and promotion of ethical leadership, the Inspectorate seeks to ensure that public officers entrusted with public resources uphold the law and act in the public interest.

The participation in IPPC10 provided an opportunity for the Inspectorate to engage with key stakeholders and contribute to discussions on strengthening procurement governance, institutional accountability and corruption prevention.

The conference was also attended by the Second Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda and Deputy Leader of Government Business in Parliament, Rt. Hon. Dr. Crispus Walter Kiyonga, who served as the Chief Guest.

The Inspectorate of Government remains committed to strengthening accountability in public institutions, combating corruption and ensuring that public resources are managed responsibly for the benefit of all Ugandans.

The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law, promoting good governance and ensuring accountability in public institutions during an engagement on the ongoing leadership dispute within the Lango Cultural Institution.

The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, and the Deputy Inspector General of Government (DIGG), Mrs. Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe, together with officials from the IG Directorate of Ombudsman Affairs, participated in the engagement today with the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Lt. Gen. Henry Tumukunde at the IG Head Office.

The discussions focused on the role of Government institutions in addressing the dispute surrounding the position of Won Nyaci, the Paramount Chief of the Lango people, through lawful processes, institutional accountability and constructive dialogue.

The dispute has been the subject of legal proceedings following a challenge to the election of Eng. Dr. Michael Moses Odongo Okune by clan leaders, Denis Obia Acila and Benjamin Okii. In October 2024, the High Court in Lira nullified the election. However, in January 2025, the Court of Appeal granted a stay of execution, allowing Eng. Dr. Odongo Okune to remain the gazetted paramount chief pending determination of the appeal.

 As the 3rd Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation opens today in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Inspector General of Government, Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, is part of the Ugandan delegation attending the meeting.

The delegation is headed by the Minister of State for Ethics and Integrity, Hon. Akello Rose Lilly.