NEWS– A new regional office block in Jinja city has been successfully inaugurated in Jinja city.
This was inaugurated by the office of the Director of Public Prosecution ODDP in a significant boost to the prosecutorial infrastructure of Jinja in Busoga region.
The facility strategically located along Oboja Road near the Jinja High Court was officially handed over to Assistant DPP Alex Ojok on 28th November 2024, by Resident City Commissioner Mr. Gulume Richard.
During the handover ceremony, Mr. Gulume lauded the ODPP for its commitment to enhancing justice delivery in the region and emphasized the new office’s importance in effectively addressing the criminal justice challenges faced by the Busoga community.
Ms. Agnes Kainza Nzogi, the Under Secretary and Accounting Officer of the ODPP expressed profound gratitude to the Government of Uganda for funding the office block construction.
She acknowledged the collaborative efforts of key personnel, including Mr. Denis Byaruhanga, Principal Assistant Secretary of the ODPP, Ms. Gladys Nyanzi, Assistant DPP and former Regional Officer of Jinja and then Ms. Marion Acio, Resident Chief State Attorney Jinja who played instrumental roles in overseeing the project’s completion.
Assistant DPP Alex Ojok highlighted the new office’s strategic location, noting its proximity to the Jinja High Court Circuit and its position less than a kilometer from the Jinja Central Police Station.
He emphasized that this positioning would significantly enhance access to justice for the local community, ensuring that ODPP services are more readily available to those in need.
The establishment of this modern office underscores the ODPP’s dedication to strengthening the prosecutorial framework within the Busoga Region.
It represents a pivotal step towards more efficient and effective service delivery, reinforcing the ODPP’s mission to uphold justice and the rule of law across Uganda.