Seku Urges Schoolgirls to Prioritise Education, Personal Devt

National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC) Commissioner Hellen Seku has called on schoolgirls to place a high priority on their education, personal development, and financial independence. Speaking at the pass-out ceremony for 1,614 students who completed patriotism training at Kawempe Muslim Secondary School, Seku advised young women to remain focused on their studies and to have confidence in their natural appearance.

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Women are increasingly taking leadership positions in education, government, and other sectors. Girls should believe in themselves and know that they can achieve anything through hard work and dedication.

Seku urged the girls to reject practices that could jeopardize their future prospects, specifically mentioning early sexual relationships. She warned that such relationships expose them to HIV infection, unwanted pregnancies, and school dropout. "Women are increasingly taking leadership positions in education, government, and other sectors. Girls should believe in themselves and know that they can achieve anything through hard work and dedication," she stated.

Furthermore, Seku challenged the students to reject corruption in all its forms, including examination malpractice, bribery, and dishonesty. She emphasized that integrity is essential for Uganda's development, noting that "Corruption remains one of the biggest obstacles to national development. Integrity must begin with each individual if Uganda is to become prosperous and transformed."

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Corruption remains one of the biggest obstacles to national development. Integrity must begin with each individual if Uganda is to become prosperous and transformed.

The commissioner also encouraged young people to take advantage of government empowerment programs and to invest their skills and talents within Uganda, rather than seeking opportunities abroad. She reminded the learners that patriotism is a constitutional obligation and urged them to remain disciplined, hardworking, and committed to national development. The ceremony included drills, parades, and demonstrations by the graduates.

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The future belongs to those who are disciplined, hardworking, and focused. Use the knowledge gained through this training to overcome challenges and contribute positively to society.