Gulu University VC Urges E-GP 2.0 Trainees to Strengthen Procurement Practices

The Vice Chancellor of Gulu University, Professor Openjuru, has urged Heads of Department from public institutions participating in the Enhanced Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP 2.0) training to apply the knowledge and skills acquired to improve service delivery, accountability and efficiency in public procurement.

Professor Openjuru made the remarks on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, during an e-GP 2.0 training session held at the New Library at Gulu University. The training brought together Heads of Department from Gulu University, Lira University, Gulu Regional Referral Hospital, Gulu City and other public institutions.

He emphasized the importance of proper planning and adherence to established government procedures in the management of public institutions.

The Vice Chancellor noted that the e-GP system plays an important role in promoting efficient service delivery by strengthening procurement processes, improving transparency and enhancing accountability in public institutions.

He urged participants to share the knowledge and skills gained during the training with their colleagues, including newly recruited staff, to ensure that all employees understand and follow the required procurement procedures.

Professor Openjuru also encouraged Heads of Department to take responsibility for building the capacity of staff within their respective departments, saying continuous knowledge sharing would help minimize miscommunication, procedural mistakes and delays.

“Without proper planning and procedures, you cannot work for government,” the Vice Chancellor emphasized.
He expressed hope that the competencies acquired through the e-GP 2.0 training would help make procurement processes faster, more accurate, transparent and fully accountable.

Nyeko Pinziano, Assistant Commissioner in the Treasury Inspectorate and Policy Department, said effective implementation of the electronic procurement system could help address some of the challenges affecting public procurement, including price exaggeration and lengthy procurement processes.

According to Nyeko, strengthening electronic procurement systems is essential to ensuring that public institutions obtain goods and services of the right quality, at the right price and within the required time.