President Yoweri Museveni has reappointed Lucy Nakyobe Mbonye as Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, retaining her in one of the most influential administrative positions in government.
Nakyobe, who first assumed the office in July 2021, will continue overseeing the coordination of government ministries, permanent secretaries and the wider public service.
The Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet plays a critical role in government administration, coordinating the operations of ministries and ensuring the effective implementation of government policies, programmes and Cabinet decisions.
Nakyobe was appointed to the position in July 2021, replacing John Mitala, who had served in the office for several years.
Before her elevation, she served as State House Comptroller, a position she held from 2010 until 2021. In that capacity, she headed the administrative operations of State House, coordinating institutional activities and advising the President on administrative, business and policy matters.
Meanwhile, Museveni has also retained Jane Barekye as State House Comptroller, extending her tenure in charge of the administration and day-to-day operations of the presidential institution.
Barekye was reappointed on November 9, 2026, having occupied the position since August 2021.
As State House Comptroller, she is responsible for coordinating institutional activities, overseeing administrative operations and ensuring the effective execution of presidential programmes and assignments.
Before her appointment, Barekye served as Special Presidential Assistant in charge of Economic Affairs at State House.
She officially assumed the Comptroller’s office on August 23, 2021, taking over from Nakyobe, who had been appointed Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet.
The handover ceremony was held at Okello House in Kampala, where Nakyobe advised Barekye to embrace a leadership approach founded on listening, providing guidance and offering clear direction.
The latest appointments retain two experienced administrators in strategic positions within the Presidency and the wider public service, ensuring continuity in the management of government business and State House operations.
