Parliament’s Committee on Appointments convened on Wednesday morning to vet the newly appointed Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Lino Anguzu and two other nominees for the membership of the Education Service Commission.
The customarily closed door committee meeting was chaired by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa.
Lino Anguzu, a seasoned lawyer, has served as Assistant DPP and deputy head of the International Crimes Department, leading high-profile cases involving terrorism and complex crimes.
His appointment, following President Museveni’s announcement on October 28, aims to restore substantial leadership to the Office of the DPP, which has been vacant since the appointment of Jane Frances Abodo as Principal Judge in August 2025.
Anguzu, who has been serving as assistant DPP and deputy head of the International Crimes Department in the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), will assume the top role pending parliament’s appointments committee approval.
He replaces Jane Frances Abodo, who was recently elevated to the position of principal judge. The appointment was confirmed on Tuesday by Faruk Kirunda, the deputy press secretary to the president.
Hon. Opolot Jacob Richards, a nominee for the ESC, is a former Member of Parliament for Pallisa County (2011-2021). Holding a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Opolot has a strong background in educational policy and peer education initiatives, including HIV/AIDS awareness programs. His nomination signals a focus on leveraging experienced legislators to enhance the ESC’s mandate of recruiting and developing competent education personnel.
Hon. Rosie Agoi, the second nominee for ESC, currently serves as Secretary General of the Uganda National Commission for UNESCO (UNATCOM). With a distinguished career in educational administration, Agoi is expected to contribute to the ESC’s mission of improving staffing planning and institutional capacity. Her role at UNATCOM underscores her commitment to advancing education quality, aligning with the commission’s goal of delivering efficient education services.
The committee’s report will be sent to the appointing authority, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
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