A big celebration in
Gulu as the first Secondary School for both boys and girls celebrated 100 year
of her existence. The Presidents of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni gave cash
contributions of 30 million towards the centenary project. The Deputy Speaker of
Parliament Hon. Jacob Oulanyah represented the president during the function.
Gulu High School was established in 1914, it grew from a small school with few
students to the current enrollment of 1000 students. GHS has produced many men and women of high standing in the world.
Dr. Apollo Milton Obote (RIP), Dr. Olara Otunu, Professor Odonga, Professor
Okot B' Bitek (RIP), Professor Nyeko Pen Mogi,, Dr. Martin Aliker, Hon. Odonga
Otto, Archbishop Henry Luke Orombi, Saint Archbishop Janani Luwum, Bishop Nelson
Onono Onweng, Bishop Gideon Allan Oboma, Mego Labeka Auma Okwong the list is
endless. Someone said “As we look towards
the future, of GHS we must never forget the Almighty God in whose hands the
school rests. In a corrupt world, let the motto of the School BE HONEST, motivates
us in all that we do".
Bishop
Johnson Gakumba who has been the brain behind this celebration said " In
her journey through 100 years, GHS experienced many exciting and challenging
times.....the key lesson we draw from the testimony of the 100 years of GHS is
that challenges , if well managed help institution grow stronger, bigger and
better"
Bishop
Benoni said “Gulu High School has played its role powerfully in the life of the
Nation and still has chances for to do more.” He also thanked Bishop Johnson for
this wonderful celebration.” Bishop Benoni prayed for God’s blessing to all
present students to stand tall on the shoulders of those who went before them.
