Today marks exactly 40 years and 1 day since I was born.
Born on Saturday, 31st May 1986, at 6:30am at Kawolo Hospital in Buikwe District during the early morning hours, I would like to thank everyone who wished me a happy birthday. And for those who missed, you are not late yet.
I am grateful to the Almighty Allah who has enabled me to become who I am today. I have nothing else to owe but gratitude to Him.
I have achieved almost everything every human being deserves in life. I was born and raised surrounded by relatives and friends who contributed to my upbringing - something I will forever remain indebted for. I got married and I am blessed with the opportunity to experience what it means to be a parent.
Oh, and to the beautiful game football, I have enjoyed playing it, managing it, and through it, touching lives. Football is a sport I will always cherish because it has shaped a significant part of my lifeโs journey.
In that regard, I take this opportunity to thank all those schools and individuals who moved around seeking football bursaries and scholarships for us, especially at moments when one would think we would not even attain the basic minimum formal education. No words can fully express how grateful we are. You were all God-sent.
Today, I am known to the public by my birth names, along with titles such as Mister, Hajji, Engineer, President, Chairman, Football Administrator, Instructor, and Entrepreneur. For all this, I am truly thankful.
Standing on the 4th floor today, I owe nothing to the Almighty Allah except to glorify His name and ask Him for good health, a long life, blessings upon the work of my hands, and to always surround me with good people. Indeed, this world becomes sweeter with every passing day.
Ameen.