Headteachers Bid Farewell to Outgoing DEO and Welcome New Leadership

Headteachers across the District convened at the Wakiso Resource Centre to honor the outgoing District Education Officer, Kiyingi Frederick Kinobe, and officially welcome his successor, Nanyanzi Primrose. The event, organized by the Headteachers’ Council, served as both a tribute to dedicated service and a platform to reaffirm commitment to advancing education in the distr
Mr. Kiyingi was recognized for his exemplary leadership, integrity, and lasting contribution to education management in Wakiso. During his tenure, he championed accountability, strengthened administrative systems, and provided steady guidance that earned him widespread respect among education stakeholders.
In his farewell remarks, he emphasized the importance of unity, proper documentation, and effective coordination within the education sector. He also urged headteachers to remain vigilant in managing PLE-related processes and to continue supporting co-curricular activities, particularly sports, as part of holistic learner development.
District leaders, including the Chief Administrative Officer and the LC5 Chairman, commended Mr. Kiyingi for his loyalty, discipline, and mentorship, describing him as a role model whose influence will endure. They further underscored the value of appreciation, collaboration, and unity in driving service delivery.
The incoming DEO, Nanyanzi Primrose, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and acknowledged the strong foundation laid by her predecessor. She pledged to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to build on existing achievements and further strengthen the education sector in Wakiso.
The ceremony concluded with a celebratory send-off, marking the end of Mr. Kiyingi’s distinguished service and the beginning of a new chapter in the district’s education leadership.