As the country grapples with the debate on whether or not to legalise abortion and homosexuality, government is challenged to incorporate the issue of morals in nation Building.

According to the Uganda Christian University Vice Chancellor Rev. Canon John Senyonyi, sensitive issues like abortion and homosexuality cannot only be dealt with as matters of legislation without considering the moral aspect.

Rev. Canon John Senyonyi

Dr Senyonyi’s comments may reawaken the debate on the anti- homosexuality bill, which has gone silent in parliament over recent months although a few legislators continue to lobby for its passing.

It also comes following a recent ban by the media council of performances of a theater production to discuss gay issues.

Dr Senyonyi also says Uganda should draw lessons from some developed countries that have realized their mistakes and are now decrying the moral decadence in their countries.

He was speaking to journalists at the sidelines of a conference on the role of religious leaders in nation building organized by the Inter Religious council of Uganda.

The conference is running under the theme Uganda at 50; the role of religious leaders in nation building “our journey.”