Hundreds of born-again Christians gathered at Mt. Lebanon Christian Centre Cathedral on Sunday for a special national prayer service ahead of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony for a new term in office.
The prayers, organised by the Love Peace and Unity Pastors Destiny Forum Uganda, drew pastors, church leaders, believers, and representatives of special interest groups from different parts of the country. The gathering focused on prayers for peace, unity, and prosperity in Uganda as the country prepares for Tuesday’s inauguration ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds.
The service was led by Bishop Samuel Lwandasa, the overseer of Mt. Lebanon churches across Uganda. He prayed for continued stability in the country and asked God to grant President Museveni wisdom, strength, and good health as he begins another term in office.
Pastor Margret Naggayi Lwandasa also offered prayers for the President and the First Lady, Janet Kataha Museveni, seeking divine guidance and protection for them as they continue serving the nation.
Delivering the main sermon, Pastor Sham Bulwanda praised President Museveni for maintaining stability in Uganda over the years.
“He has worked to keep this country stable and has consistently shown commitment to the people of Uganda,” Pastor Bulwanda said. “Even when faced with criticism, he has remained focused on leading the country forward.”
The pastor described the President as a resilient leader who has continued to serve despite attacks from critics, saying his endurance sets him apart from many other leaders.
Bishop Lwandasa later urged Ugandans to continue praying for their leaders and for the country’s unity. Referring to Uganda’s national motto, “For God and My Country,” he encouraged citizens to embrace peace and patriotism.
He also appealed to the President to remain attentive to the concerns of ordinary Ugandans during the new term of office.
The bishop further called upon citizens to attend the swearing-in ceremony in large numbers as a sign of national solidarity and support.
During the gathering, leaders representing persons with disabilities and older persons used the occasion to raise issues affecting their communities.
Mukono Municipal Councillor for Persons with Disabilities, Lubowa Ramathan Kamau, appealed for the reduction or removal of taxes on assistive devices such as wheelchairs and crutches to make them more affordable.
He also called for increased government investment in education programmes for persons with disabilities to improve opportunities and empowerment within the community.
Meanwhile, Nalumansi Lewentinah Kizito, who represents older persons on the Goma Division Council, urged the government to review policies governing access to pensions and retirement savings so that elderly citizens can benefit earlier.
President Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Kololo Independence Grounds.
The prayer gathering in Mukono highlighted the continued support President Museveni enjoys from sections of Uganda’s evangelical Christian community as he prepares to begin another term in office.
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