Summary:
- President Museveni praised Bisaka as a great religious leader who used his unique spiritual gifts to teach, heal, guide, and care for his followers.
KAGADI: Hundreds of believers joined the family of Omugurusi Desteo Bisaka, the founder of the Faith of Unity, on Tuesday to celebrate his 95th birthday in Kagadi district.
The celebrations began with processions through Muhooro town. Owobusobozi Bisaka passed away on January 13, 2021.
In a speech delivered by Vice President (Rtd) Jessica Alupo, President Yoweri Museveni thanked the faithful for gathering in large numbers to celebrate the life and legacy of their beloved spiritual leader on what would have been his 95th birthday.
President Museveni praised Bisaka as a great religious leader who used his unique spiritual gifts to teach, heal, guide, and care for his followers. He noted that although Owobusobozi Bisaka is no longer with us physically, his teachings continue to inspire and guide believers.
“His selflessness, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to the faith and community of believers have left an indelible mark on the lives of many people,” said the President.
He urged believers to strive to emulate Bisaka’s example and follow in his footsteps. He emphasized that under the leadership of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), individuals and groups are free to exercise their freedom of worship without any interference, as long as they do not undermine national security and development.
“This accounts for the tolerant atmosphere, which has enabled the different religious groups to co-exist in Uganda.” The President Added
The President noted that during his time, Desteo Bisaka utilized his platform as a religious leader to promote good morals and discipline among his followers.
He urged believers to continue upholding the path of righteousness and good conduct that Bisaka preached. President Museveni also highlighted that Owobusobozi mobilized his followers to support government programs geared towards the socio-economic transformation of the people.
The President thanked the followers for celebrating the 95th birthday of Omugurusi Desteo Bisaka, who advanced both the spiritual and social well-being of his followers.
He contributed Shs30 million in cash towards the birthday function.
In her remarks, Vice President Alupo lauded Owobusobozi Bisaka for promoting unity in diversity, one of the core principles of the National Resistance Movement.
She emphasized that uniting people promotes prosperity and national development. “Thank you for the work you are doing, especially for keeping the faithful in unity,” said Alupo.
Omwekwenda Akugizibwe Bisaka thanked President Museveni for his able leadership, which has transformed the country. He pledged to continue promoting the unity of all people despite their differences in tribes and religion.
