By Vicent Emong
NGORA — The newly elected LC5 Chairperson of Ngora District, James Robert Otim, popularly known as “Aduk Moru,” has called upon leaders to embrace honesty, humility, and selfless service as they begin a new term of leadership.
Speaking shortly after officially assuming office, Otim urged political leaders to focus on serving communities rather than pursuing personal interests, conflicts, or political rivalries.
“We must stand with honesty and remain transparent in all that we do,” Otim said. “Leadership is about sacrifice and putting the interests of the people first. The communities that elected us expect service, not conflict.”
The LC5 chairperson emphasized that effective leadership requires unity and cooperation among political leaders, technical staff, and local communities.
According to him, meaningful development can only be achieved when leaders work together and prioritize the needs of the people.
“Leadership is not about personal battles, pride, or competition. It is about working together to improve service delivery in our villages and communities,” he noted.
Otim warned leaders against fighting technical officers, saying such misunderstandings often slow down development programs and affect service delivery to ordinary citizens.
“Let us not fight the technical people, but instead support them in advancing service delivery to our people in the villages,” he stressed. “Without unity and cooperation, progress becomes difficult.”
He further noted that many communities continue to suffer because leaders and civil servants fail to communicate and cooperate effectively.
The LC5 Chairperson also cautioned newly elected leaders against expecting perfection from one another, acknowledging that mistakes are part of leadership and human nature.
“We are human beings and mistakes can happen,” Otim explained. “But when mistakes are made, they should not be used for harvesting hatred or blocking what others are trying to do for the people.”
He appealed to leaders to use dialogue and communication as tools for resolving disagreements and strengthening working relationships within government structures.
“Communication solves many problems,” Otim said. “We may have different views, but if we sit together, talk together, and share ideas, we shall harmonize and move forward as one people.”
Otim’s remarks come at a time when local governments across the country are facing increasing pressure from citizens demanding improved roads, health services, education, accountability, and better service delivery.
The Ngora LC5 Chairperson believes that leaders who place service above personal interests are more likely to transform communities and improve livelihoods.
Residents and local leaders who attended the gathering welcomed his message, describing it as timely and inspiring.
Many expressed optimism that the new leadership in Ngora District would focus on unity, transparency, and development instead of politics of division and conflict.
Community members also called upon leaders to remain accessible to the people and ensure that government programs directly benefit ordinary citizens.
As Ngora District begins a new chapter under fresh leadership, Otim’s call for honesty, teamwork, and servant leadership is expected to shape governance and encourage leaders to work collectively for the development and prosperity of the district.
