Parliament reshuffles top management as Okema promoted director of Clerks

Parliament has implemented a major management reshuffle within the Office of the Speaker, with three senior officials exchanging roles in a move aimed at strengthening efficiency and improving service delivery ahead of the new parliamentary session.

Under the changes announced this week, Leonard Okema, who previously served as Executive Secretary to the Speaker, has been promoted to Director of Clerks. Cosian Opata, formerly Director of Administration and Transport Logistics, has been appointed Executive Secretary to the Speaker, while Ignatius Kasirye, who had been serving as Director of Clerks, now takes charge of Administration and Transport Logistics.

The reshuffle takes immediate effect and affects some of the most critical offices responsible for supporting the Speaker and managing the day-to-day operations of Parliament.

As Director of Clerks, Okema will oversee Parliament’s clerical and legislative support services, including procedural advice to the Speaker and committees, management of the Order Paper, and coordination of plenary and committee business.

Opata now assumes one of the most influential administrative roles within the Speaker’s office. As Executive Secretary to the Speaker, he will handle confidential correspondence, scheduling, and coordination between the Speaker, Members of Parliament, government officials, and the public.

Kasirye’s transfer to Administration and Transport Logistics places him in charge of Parliament’s internal support systems, including fleet management, staff welfare, travel coordination, and administrative services.