Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth-Oboth has dismissed claims that witchcraft can influence his leadership, saying his faith in God is stronger than any form of spiritual attack.
Speaking during a church service at St. Mark Church of Uganda in Muwafu Village, West Budama Central Constituency in Tororo District, Oboth-Oboth said he is aware of the widespread claims and rumours about witchcraft at Parliament but insisted they do not worry him.
He told the congregation that although many people speak about the alleged use of witchcraft in Parliament, he believes in God, whom he described as greater than any form of evil.
Oboth-Oboth said anyone hoping to use witchcraft against him would not succeed, adding that his trust is in God to protect and guide him.
He also urged those who practise witchcraft to abandon it, saying those who had allegedly tried to target him in the past had failed because God had always fought his battles.
Beyond the issue of witchcraft, the Speaker used the occasion to outline his vision for Parliament, pledging to promote accountability and tackle corruption in public service.
He said he wants his tenure to be remembered for delivering meaningful improvements in the lives of Ugandans rather than maintaining the status quo.
According to Oboth-Oboth, the country should see better roads, improved healthcare services and more effective delivery of public services during his time as Speaker.
Over the years, several politicians have publicly spoken about the alleged use of witchcraft in Parliament and politics at large, but such claims have rarely been backed by verifiable evidence.
