Gulu University

VISION: "To be the leading Academic Institution for promotion of Community Transformation"

MOTTO: For Community Transformation

[Hon. Eng Asiimwe Jonard. @EngJonard]

I am pleased to be warmly welcomed this afternoon at Gulu University in Gulu City by the Vice Chancellor, Professor George Openjueu Ladaah, and the Chairperson of the University Council, Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo, together with the teaching staff and the entire university community.I look forward to a fruitful day of engagement.
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[Hon. Eng Asiimwe Jonard. @EngJonard]

I am conducting a comprehensive tour of Gulu University’s facilities, which support a wide range of academic and research activities.

I have also met young innovators developing solutions to challenges faced by farmers, addressing traffic concerns and improving home security.

Commercialising research and industrialising prototypes and proven ideas are among the pathways to growth envisaged under Uganda’s Ten-Fold Growth Strategy. Later, we will hold a high-level strategic meeting to assess the university’s strengths, challenges and opportunities, and agree on how best to advance this agenda.

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[Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat🇺🇬 @STIsecretariat]

The Hon. Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation – Office of the President, Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki, has been warmly welcomed this afternoon at Gulu University in Gulu City by the Vice Chancellor, Professor George Openjueu Ladaah, and the Chairperson of the University Council, Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo, together with the teaching staff and the university community.

The engagement is expected to be a fruitful day of discussion and collaboration.

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Gulu University today is hosting, Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki the Minister STI-OP, and his delegation for an engagement on research commercialization, exploring institutional mechanisms for transforming research outputs and innovations into market-ready products, start-ups and viable enterprises.

The Minister commended Gulu University for its growing presence and recognition within national and international academic communities as one of Uganda’s outstanding science-based universities.

He noted that the Government seeks to harness the knowledge, research and innovations generated by the institution to strengthen Uganda’s productive capacity, drive economic growth and enhance the country’s economic self-reliance.

The discussions focus on innovation incubation, technology transfer, intellectual property, industry partnerships and investment opportunities, reinforcing the University's commitment to translating knowledge into practical solutions for community and national development. @GeorgeOpenjuru @RuhakanaR

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Gulu University, through its Faculty of Law, is conducting a training workshop for Local Council One (LC1) chairpersons in Pabbo Town Council, Amuru District, aimed at strengthening their capacity to manage local courts while upholding human rights and principles of natural justice.

The training, which is expected to conclude on Saturday is taking place at Rubanga Olimo Hotel in Pabbo. The university delegation is being led by the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Dr. Saidat Nakiito, alongside Dr. Okurut Emmanuel.

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The 65th meeting of the Gulu University Council, chaired by Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo, is underway at the University’s Kotido Campus. @RuhakanaR @GeorgeOpenjuru @opuklee

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Abim Magistrate, His Worship Emmanuel Pirimba, with support from Gulu University Legal Officer, Mr. Omara Moses, has sworn in Hon. Odong Morris as a new member of the Gulu University Council.

Hon. Odong Morris joins the University Council as a representative from Gulu City Council. The swearing-in ceremony took place during the 65th Gulu University Council meeting, currently being held at Kotido Campus.

The meeting is chaired by Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo and brings together Council members to deliberate on matters concerning the governance and development of the University.

The University welcomes Hon. Odong Morris to the Council and looks forward to his contribution to its mandate and strategic direction.

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The 65th Gulu University Council meeting, chaired by Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo at Kotido Campus, has recognised and honoured members of the 24th Guild Leadership who served on the University Council during their tenure as student leaders.

The honourees included the 24th Guild President, Opio Alex Ongom, and Angwech Desire, who were appreciated for their contribution to university governance and representation of students on the Council.

Their recognition highlights the important role of student leaders in university decision-making and governance.

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The 65th meeting of the Gulu University Council, chaired by Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo, is currently underway at the University’s Kotido Campus.

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Key suspects in the murder of our former Lab Technician Christopher Nyeko in May 2026 have been arrested. We thank the Uganda police for coming on ground to reconstruct the scene. @GeorgeOpenjuru @RuhakanaR @PoliceUg @opuklee

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We are happy our Guild President @POnekgiu has shown Interest for the Uganda National Students Association Presidential race. Good Luck HE Pius.

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Gulu University Legal Officer, Counsel Omara Moses, delivered an insightful presentation titled “Mastering Commercial Agreement Drafting in the Age of AI: Practical Skills for Modern Lawyers” at the Uganda Law Society Conference for Advocates of Northern Uganda, held at Acholi Inn on 26 October 2026.

His presentation explored how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can enhance commercial contract drafting, identify potential legal risks, and improve efficiency in legal practice. He emphasised that while AI offers significant opportunities to transform the legal profession, it cannot replace the professional judgment, ethical responsibility, confidentiality, and accuracy required of lawyers.

Counsel Omara also examined the evolving relationship between AI and legal practice, highlighting the importance of embracing technological innovation while preserving the wisdom, critical thinking, and sound judgment that underpin effective legal service delivery.

His presentation reflects Gulu University’s commitment to legal excellence, innovation, and continuous professional development, while encouraging legal practitioners to adopt emerging technologies responsibly.

“The future belongs not to lawyers who compete with machines in producing words, but to lawyers who use technology to exercise better judgment, deliver greater value, and uphold the rule of law,” Counsel Omara noted.

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Gulu University officials on 23 October 2026 held the first planning meeting for the institution’s 25th anniversary celebrations, marking the beginning of preparations for the Silver Jubilee.
During the meeting, Dr. Asaf Adebua, the University’s Chief Planning and Development Officer, presented a proposed plan outlining activities and other arrangements for the celebrations to the Central Organising Committee (COC).

The committee is chaired by Eng. Moses Onono and Deputised by Canon Dr. Gladys Oyat, who chair the University Council Committees on Planning and Development, and Students’ Affairs, respectively.

Dr. Adebua said the university requires more than UGX 1 billion to organise a successful Silver Jubilee celebration and achieve its planned targets.

The proposed activities include international conferences, public lectures, documenting the contributions of past and current members of the university community, and a sports gala for university alumni, among other engagements.

Eng. Onono encouraged university staff, students, alumni and other stakeholders to actively participate in the celebrations, noting that the Silver Jubilee would feature a series of activities. He also called on members of the public to prepare to support the celebrations, adding that the resource mobilization team would soon reach out to them to seek contributions towards making the event a success.

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Trained staff at Gulu University led 19 students through a design-thinking process aimed at refining their ideas and strengthening their innovative potential. The programme culminated in six mentored teams pitching their innovations before a panel of three judges.

Outstanding teams were recognised and awarded support to continue testing, refining, and developing their ideas into practical solutions. This was part of the three day training from the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment from 14thto 16th October 2026.

In his remarks, Professor Collins Okello, Dean of the College of Agriculture at Gulu University, highlighted the university’s efforts to establish a functional incubation hub in partnership with the Ministry of Finance and other relevant stakeholders, including the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance.

The proposed hub is intended to serve students and communities across the Acholi sub-region by providing a supportive environment for nurturing innovative ideas, promoting entrepreneurship, and developing practical solutions to local challenges. The initiative is expected to strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem, create opportunities for young innovators, and contribute to sustainable community development and economic growth.