The establishment of Erute District from Lira District is currently in limbo due to limited fund
The establishment of Erute District from Lira District is currently in limbo, as the government has paused the initiative due to financial limitations.
Richard Cox Max Orik, the Chairperson of Lira District LC5, has consistently called on local leaders to support the formation of Erute District, which would include all sub-counties in Erute South: Bar, Itek, Wiodyek, and Amac Town Council.
Orik points out that the positioning of Lira City, situated between Erute North and Erute South, has created obstacles for effective service delivery. Specifically, residents in Erute South face challenges, with some areas over 50 kilometers away from Ogur Sub-county, the proposed new site for Lira District’s headquarters.
During the postponed Women’s Day celebrations in Lira District, Orik urged Hellen Adoa, the Minister of Fisheries who represented the Minister of Education and Sports, to relay this matter to the appropriate authorities. He stressed that the creation of Erute District could significantly enhance economic development, create business prospects, and improve livelihoods in the area.
However, Adoa responded stating that the government has opted to suspend the formation of any new administrative units—including sub-counties, constituencies, and districts—due to fiscal constraints. She emphasized that the focus remains on fortifying and efficiently managing the existing administrative frameworks.