{"id":44687,"date":"2026-05-15T15:09:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T13:09:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/?p=44687"},"modified":"2026-05-15T15:09:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T13:09:10","slug":"refugees-in-adjumani-urge-new-leaders-to-defend-their-rights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/15\/refugees-in-adjumani-urge-new-leaders-to-defend-their-rights\/","title":{"rendered":"Refugees in Adjumani urge new leaders to defend their rights"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Refugees living in the Pagirinya refugee settlement in Adjumani District have called on newly sworn-in leaders, members of Parliament, to prioritise the protection of refugee rights and improve welfare services in the settlement.<\/p>\n

The refugees made the remarks during an exclusive interview with No. 1 Citizen Newspaper, where they expressed concerns over inadequate services and appealed for stronger representation from their leaders.<\/p>\n

Droma Luka, a youth representative in the Pagirinya refugee settlement, urged the incoming leaders to advocate for equal treatment and ensure that refugees are not neglected in decision-making processes.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe want leaders who can stand for refugees and speak on our behalf. Our rights should be protected, and our voices must be heard,\u201d Luka said.<\/p>\n

Another refugee leader, Tako Evangel, emphasised the need for improved access to basic services such as healthcare, education, clean water, and food support.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur welfare is very important. Many refugees are struggling with hunger, poor medical care, and a lack of school materials for children. Leaders should engage humanitarian organisations and the government to address these challenges,\u201d Evangel stated.<\/p>\n

Mindra Pascal also appealed to the leaders to promote peace and unity among refugees and host communities, saying harmony is necessary for development and security in the settlement.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe need leaders who can unite people and work closely with both refugees and the host community. Peaceful coexistence will help improve our living conditions,\u201d Pascal said.<\/p>\n

Tombe Emmanuel called on the leaders to focus on youth empowerment and livelihood opportunities for refugees, especially young people who remain unemployed.<\/p>\n

\u201cYoung refugees need skills training and opportunities to work so they can support themselves and their families. Leaders should lobby for programs that can empower the youth,\u201d Emmanuel noted.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Lucy Maneno encouraged the newly sworn-in leaders to pay special attention to women and vulnerable groups within the settlement.<\/p>\n

\u201cWomen, children, and persons with disabilities face many challenges here. Leaders should ensure that humanitarian support reaches everyone fairly,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

The refugee leaders collectively appealed to the new leadership to remain transparent, accountable, and committed to improving the welfare of refugees in the Pagirinya settlement.<\/p>\n

Pagirinya Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District hosts thousands of refugees, mainly from South Sudan, who depend on humanitarian assistance and local leadership to address their daily challenges.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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