Masaba SS Set for Major Government Facelift After MP Nakiyi's Passionate Plea

Education Minister Peter Ogwang confirms traditional school will be renovated following Budadiri East MP Julius Nakiyi’s motion of national importance

The long-awaited restoration of Masaba Secondary School is finally on the horizon.

Education and Sports Minister Hon. Peter Ogwang on Wednesday confirmed before Parliament that Masaba Secondary School (Masaba SSS) in Budadiri East has been officially included on the list of traditional schools earmarked for comprehensive renovation by the Government of Uganda.

The announcement came after Budadiri East Member of Parliament, Hon. Julius Nakiyi, raised a matter of national importance, urging the government to restore the once-proud institution to its former glory.

“Masaba Secondary School has been included among the traditional schools scheduled for renovation,” Minister Ogwang told the House, drawing applause from several Members of Parliament, particularly those from the Bugisu sub-region.

The confirmation has injected fresh hope into the community. Former students, parents, current learners and residents of Budadiri East have for years watched the school’s infrastructure deteriorate, despite its rich history and contribution to education in the region.

Masaba SSS, once regarded as a beacon of academic excellence in eastern Uganda, has struggled with dilapidated classrooms, inadequate science laboratories, limited boarding facilities and other infrastructure challenges that have affected both teaching and learning.

MP Nakiyi’s intervention highlighted the school’s historical significance and the urgent need for government intervention to revive its standards. His motion struck a chord with many legislators who recalled the institution’s past reputation for producing outstanding students.

Education stakeholders in the area have welcomed the development. Local leaders and alumni associations have described the minister’s confirmation as a major milestone that could transform the learning environment and restore pride in the school.

“This is the news we have been waiting for,” said one former student who requested anonymity. “Masaba SSS moulded many of us. Seeing it restored will be a dream come true for the entire community.”

The government has in recent years prioritised the rehabilitation of traditional secondary schools across the country as part of efforts to improve the quality of education and expand access to better learning facilities. Masaba SSS now joins that list.

While specific timelines and the exact scope of works are yet to be detailed, the confirmation marks a critical first step. The Ministry of Education and Sports is expected to engage relevant stakeholders in the coming weeks to finalise plans for the renovation.

For the people of Budadiri East, the announcement represents more than just new buildings. It is a chance to reclaim a piece of their educational heritage and give the next generation of learners a better environment in which to pursue their dreams.

The community now awaits the next phase — the actual commencement of works that will turn the long-held aspiration into reality.