The NRM secretary general, Richard Todwong, has urged the people of Karamoja to embrace a shared responsibility among leaders and citizens in building a peaceful and prosperous society.

Speaking at a belated Liberation Day celebrations in Napak District on Monday, Todwong said government’s role is to provide peace, security, and infrastructure, but that is it cardinal upon individuals to take charge of own households.

Todwong argues that the Karimojong are hard-working people who should maximise that virtue by reducing on alcohol consumption and shift the best of their energies on economic activities that positively impact their lives.

He also urged the community to utilize existing roads for transporting goods and services, adding that community elders should make more effort to lead the youth in the right direction.

On the other hand, Napak District Woman MP, urged the UPDF to engage in concerted efforts to bring about lasting peace which will foster Karamoja’s economic liberation.

On a lighter note, Nakut noted that she still has the ambition and energy to serve her people, adding that it is not yet time to call it quits from parliament since it is her first term in the house.

The day was commemorated in Lorengechora town council and it attracted several dignitaries including NRM chairmen from neighbouring districts, the deputy division commander Brig.Gen.Felix Busizoori and other security chiefs and members of the public.