As Christian pilgrims from all walks of life trek to Namugongo to mark this year’s Martyrs’ Day on June 3rd, State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development Phiona Nyamutoro has also joined pilgrims from Nebbi Diocese who are on their way to Namugongo becoming Pilgrim number 541.
She joined them at Namaliga Parish in Bombo, where the group spent the night. Their next stopover is at St. Francis Catholic Church in Matugga, where they will spend the night.
The gathering took place at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs in Bombo, where Nyamutoro took on the significant role of carrying the cross.
Nyamutoro, who was granted special permission by President Yoweri Museveni to skip a crucial ministers’ meeting in Entebbe, expressed her gratitude and commitment to her faith.
“This is a very fundamental message to the entire Christian community,” she stated.
As she walked alongside the pilgrims, Nyamutoro sang hymns, praise, and worship songs, blending seamlessly with the devout crowd.
“Being here with my people, sharing in this spiritual journey, is incredibly meaningful,” she shared.
