Speaker Oulanya speaks out about his health

By Francis Lubega

26^th July 2021

The Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oulanyah says he is alive and well despite reports that he has been unwell.

Oulanyah returned from the United Kingdom on Friday last week after over one month in what Parliament says was a private visit to see one of his children.

He last presided over Parliament at the reading of the 2021/2022 financial year Budget at Kololo Independence Grounds immediately after his election as Speaker of Parliament.

His absence from the public however raised speculation with several media reports indicating that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

However, Deputy Speaker Anita Among told the press that Oulanyah was on leave and will return to chair the house, as they had agreed that either Speaker chairs the house for two months.

Now Oulanyah who is back at his home in Muyenga told Radio Sapientia on phone that there should be no worry as he is totally okay.

When asked on how he was doing, Oulanyah chuckled in amusement, saying that he is alive and well.

This is the first time Oulanyah has spoken to the media following concerns on his health.