The Office of the President’s Anti-Corruption Unit has raised concerns over the quality of construction works at the Shs3.2 billion Amuru Town Seed Secondary School project, directing the contractor to rectify all defects before a completion certificate can be issued.
The directive was issued by Dr. Mary Grace Akiror, Deputy Head of the RDCs Secretariat and the Anti-Corruption Unit, during an inspection of the project under a nationwide monitoring exercise aimed at ensuring accountability and value for money in public infrastructure investments.
The school, located in Kilak South Constituency in Amuru District, is one of government’s flagship initiatives intended to expand access to secondary education. However, the project has been dogged by delays, stalled works, and allegations of substandard workmanship.
During the inspection, Akiror noted that several components of the construction failed to meet the specifications outlined in the Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and approved engineering standards. She warned that some defects could pose safety risks to learners and undermine the facility’s long-term functionality if left unaddressed.
“The contractor must immediately rectify all identified defects and ensure full compliance with approved standards before the project can be considered complete,” Akiror directed.
The Anti-Corruption Unit said its intervention follows persistent concerns over poor workmanship in government-funded projects, where contractors are often accused of neglecting contractual obligations despite substantial public investment.
The inspection also exposed broader challenges affecting public infrastructure projects, including weak supervision, implementation delays, and non-compliance with technical specifications, which officials say continue to hinder effective service delivery.
Amuru Resident District Commissioner Geoffrey Osborn Oceng and Chief Administrative Officer John Bosco Opiyo acknowledged the shortcomings, noting that district leaders have repeatedly engaged the contractor and supervising consultants to ensure adherence to quality standards.
“We have consistently engaged all parties involved to ensure the community receives a facility that meets the required standards. We remain committed to ensuring quality delivery,” they said.
Opiyo added that district authorities are working with relevant stakeholders to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the project and determine the corrective measures that should be implemented by Agwero Construction Limited.
Amuru District LCV Chairperson Christopher Odongkara expressed concern over the prolonged delays affecting the project, attributing them to funding constraints and implementation bottlenecks. He called for stricter supervision and continuous monitoring of government projects to guarantee value for money, timely completion, and compliance with required standards.
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