Nakapiripirit District Leaders led by the District Chairperson Lolim Simon Peter recently held a monitoring exercise of capital development projects across key service delivery departments—Administration, Health, Education, Production, and Water—for the Financial Year 2025/2026.

The initiative is aimed at ensuring transparency, accountability and effective implementation of government-funded projects to improve service delivery and promote sustainable development across the district and was conducted by a team comprising officials from the Office of the Resident District Commissioner (RDC), district leadership, technical staff, and other stakeholders.

Speaking during the monitoring visit, the District Chairperson emphasized the importance of timely execution and quality assurance in all capital development initiatives.

The district chairperson said that his leadership was committed to making sure that funds allocated to these projects translate into real value for our people. 

He said that monitoring was not only a statutory responsibility but also a moral duty to ensure services reach the intended beneficiaries,” said the Chairperson.

He said that the exercise provided leaders with a clear understanding of project performance on the ground, noting that government investments in education, health, water, and production sectors must deliver tangible results.

He acknowledged that while some projects have been completed successfully, others are still lagging. He, however, expressed confidence that with continued supervision and collaboration, contractors will improve and complete the work within the stipulated timelines.

He noted that while several projects are progressing well, some contractors have failed to meet timelines, leading to serious service delivery challenges.

In particular, he highlighted cases where incomplete classroom block, a cook shed and cattle loading ramp where some of the projects which had faced construction challenges creating inconvenience for service delivery in those sectors.

As a result, the district has taken decisive action by halting some underperforming contractors, including those responsible for delayed construction of cooking shade at Kobeyon Primary 

Mr. Lolim further emphasized the need for stricter contractor selection processes, urging leaders to prioritize competent and reliable service providers.

He also called on institutions offering land for public projects, especially religious bodies, to formalize ownership arrangements to avoid future disputes.

Speaking during the debrief meeting, held at the district headquarters following the monitoring exercise conducted, the Deputy Resident District Commissioner, Mr. Komakech Stephen, commended the district for organizing the monitoring exercise, describing it as a vital step in strengthening accountability and ensuring value for public funds. However, he raised concern over delays in project implementation, warning that such setbacks risk affecting overall development in the district.

The Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Lokoroi Charles Okwi, revealed that the monitoring team assessed both progress and challenges across a range of projects, including classrooms, sanitation facilities, cattle ramps, conference hall, piped water schemes, and roads.

He noted that although many contractors delivered quality work, delays remain a major concern.

CAO lokoroi warned that failure to complete projects within the financial year could lead to funds being returned to the central government, ultimately affecting service delivery.

He confirmed that some underperforming contractors have already been stopped, with plans to reallocate the work to more capable firms.

During the meeting, several recommendations were made to improve project implementation. These included strict adherence to project timelines and designs, proper documentation at sites, improved safety measures, and enhanced supervision. Contractors were also advised to develop clear work plans and ensure consistent presence on project sites.

Leaders further emphasized the importance of community involvement in protecting infrastructure, particularly health centers and schools.

They noted that the quality of work on many projects was found to be commendable, they also stressed the urgent need to address delays, improve record-keeping, and enforce safety standards.

The joint monitoring initiative marks a significant step by Nakapiripirit District Local Government toward strengthening accountability, improving project completion rates, and enhancing service delivery. 

By Oboth Henry, Communication Officer