David Calvin Echodu, a contender for the NRM Eastern Uganda Vice Chairperson seat, has declared that his leadership will be rooted in respect for God and service to humanity.
Speaking at St. Clare Catholic Church – Obuku in a function graced by the Bishop of Soroti Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Joseph Eciru Oliach, Echodu said his vision for the region’s development will be anchored on values that honor God and promote unity among the people.
“My new energy is about putting God first in everything we do,” Echodu said.
“If leaders have the fear of God, they will serve selflessly and work for the good of all. I want the people of Teso to know that I will respect God in my leadership and encourage others to do the same.”
Echodu made the remarks shortly after donating three mattresses to newlywed couples within the parish community as a gesture to support young families starting their marriage journey.
He also extended his support to Bishop Eciru in celebration of his birthday and the diaconate ordination of new clergy in the diocese.
The donation, warmly received by the beneficiaries, was hailed as a timely boost to the couples, many of whom are setting up their homes in challenging economic times.
While delivering his homily during the same occasion, Bishop Eciru urged Christians to live lives that reflect saintly values and to remain steadfast in faith until the very end.
“We must live as saints and die as saints,” Bishop Eciru said. “Christian life is not about pretending on Sundays and then abandoning our faith during the week. It is a daily commitment to righteousness, love, and humility.”
The bishop’s message, inspired by the memorial of St. Clare of Assisi, was a reminder that holiness is attainable for everyone who chooses to live according to God’s commandments.
He warned against the growing trend of selective faith, where some Christians pick and choose what to follow depending on personal convenience.
“A true Christian remains consistent, even when the road is difficult,” Bishop Eciru added. “We must strive to die in friendship with God, because that is our eternal destiny.”
Echodu’s emphasis on respecting God comes at a time when political campaigns in the region are heating up ahead of the 2026 NRM party elections.
He said his approach is to encourage leaders to act with integrity, avoid corruption, and invest in programs that uplift the poor, educate children, and create opportunities for young people.
“When we honor God, we honor His people,” Echodu concluded. “That means tackling poverty, creating jobs, and ensuring that no family is left behind. My prayer is that we, as leaders, will remain accountable to the people and to God.”
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