President Museveni Gifts Daughter 50 Cows as She Is Ordained Episcopal Bishop

Patience Museveni Rwabwogo, daughter of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, was consecrated as an Episcopal Bishop in a ceremony held at Covenant Hill in Maya on Sunday. The event marked the 20th anniversary of the Covenant Nations Church, which she founded and leads as senior pastor.

The consecration was officiated by American evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna Osborn, with support from both local and international clergy. The ceremony attracted senior church officials, government representatives, and hundreds of worshippers.

President Museveni’s Tribute and Gift

President Museveni attended the event alongside First Lady Janet Museveni and other family members. In his brief address, he commended Patience for her dedication and leadership in expanding the church’s influence.

He also expressed gratitude for the First Lady’s recovery from a serious illness, thanking medical staff and family members for their care. To honor his daughter’s commitment to ministry, Museveni presented her with 50 cows, a traditional gift symbolizing appreciation.

"I thank God for Maama's recovery and salute the medical staff and our children who cared for her. I also thank God for Patience becoming a Bishop," Museveni said, before ending his speech early to allow Janet Museveni to rest.

Messages from First Lady and Pastor Adeboye

First Lady Janet Museveni addressed the congregation, describing her recovery as miraculous and attributing it to her faith in Jesus Christ. She called 2026 a pivotal year in her spiritual journey.

Nigerian pastor Enoch Adeboye, regarded by Patience as her spiritual father, delivered the sermon. He encouraged the faithful to pursue both spiritual and material prosperity, stating that godliness does not require poverty.

"You can make it to heaven and still become rich along the way," Adeboye said, adding that President Museveni’s leadership reflects this belief by striving to uplift Ugandans economically.

He also prayed for Africa to achieve economic independence by reducing reliance on foreign loans.