SSEMBABULE — The Office of the President has paid tribute to the late Deputy Resident City Commissioner (DRCC) for Makindye Division, Kampala, Mr. Mark Baingana, with Minister for the Presidency and Budiope West Member of Parliament, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, describing him as a committed public servant whose life was defined by patriotism, discipline and integrity.
Minister Babalanda joined family members, government officials, religious leaders and residents of Ssembabule District at the burial of Baingana, who was laid to rest on Thursday at his ancestral home. During the ceremony, she delivered a message of condolence on behalf of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataha Museveni, the Permanent Secretary in the Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande, and the entire ministry staff.
The Minister expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the senior government official, saying Baingana’s death was a painful moment for the Office of the President and the country at large. She conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family and praised the late DRCC for his years of dedicated service to Uganda.
According to Babalanda, Baingana served with professionalism and commitment while carrying out his responsibilities under the Office of the President. She described him as a disciplined, patriotic and hardworking leader who approached public service with honesty and a strong sense of duty.
The Minister also highlighted Baingana’s strong faith, describing him as a prayerful servant of God who placed spiritual values at the centre of his life. Quoting Revelation 14:13, she reminded mourners that those who die in the Lord rest from their labour and that their good deeds remain a lasting testimony.
Babalanda commended RDCs, RCCs, their deputies and assistants for standing in solidarity with the family during the difficult time, urging them to preserve the spirit of unity and teamwork as they continue serving Ugandans. She reminded them that they represent the President at the grassroots level and must uphold integrity, dedication and accountability.
She further appreciated the people of Ssembabule for embracing government wealth creation initiatives, including the Parish Development Model (PDM), Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), Emyooga and the 4-Acre Model, noting that such programmes continue to contribute to economic transformation and improved livelihoods.
The Minister concluded by praying for comfort and strength for Baingana’s family, asking God to grant eternal rest to the departed public servant. The burial ceremony was attended by government leaders, RDCs, RCCs, local authorities, religious leaders, relatives and residents who gathered to honour a man remembered for his service and commitment to the nation.
