Not long ago we passionately promoted the efficacy of the institutions of Acoli Chiefs and Elders. We discussed vigorously with anybody that chose to engage us. We even opened up a discussion forum on the matter. (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SupportAcoliChiefsandElders/)
We still believe:
1. In the moderating and mediating role of the institutions of Acoli chiefs and elders
2. That the institutions of Acoli chiefs and elders as the custodians of Acoli traditions and culture
3. That Acoli people should support these institutions in word, deed and materially
We have seen the Paramount Chief pull off impressive gatherings, both in Juba and Gulu.
Thanks to the largesse of a generous foreign government. Even the misnomer that the Diaspora sponsored the latest Gulu event is welcome since some used their begging ingenuity to good effect.
It was heartening to hear Lucima, who for long has been at the forefront of anti-Chiefdom, suggest lately that Rwot Acana play a role.
I thought I was dreaming when I heard that the local leaders called on Rwot Acana to co-ordinate the Amuru land fiasco.
Just the other day Chairman Mao listed Ker Kal Kwaro (KKK) as one of the recipients of the EU largesse for capacity building.
As it is, the institutions of chiefs and elders are taking root. We are not presumptuous that we helped influence anything. But we are proud that, from the beginning, we were on the right side of history. Now we will retire the AcoliChiefsandElders forum, and will turn our efforts in our private businesses to help catapult Acoli into the 21st Century.
Long Live Acoli. Long Live Rwot Acana, his Chiefs and Elders. Long Live Acoli People. The future is bright and full of promises
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