DODOMA – Deputy Prime Minister Dk. Doto Biteko has urged members of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) to elect leaders who are committed to promoting justice and peace in Tanzania.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the TLS’s general meeting which is scheduled to among other things elect new leaders on Aug 2, Biteko emphasized the importance of choosing leaders who will unite rather than divide, and who will uphold professional standards in their conduct.
He also called on members to elect those who will maintain the dignity of their profession, rather than seeking personal fame.
“It’s possible that you may not like how someone speaks, or they may come from a different background than you, but if their agenda is to elevate the legal profession within our society and not just gain personal fame, then consider them. Where there is tolerance, there is progress,” he said.
He urged those elected to work towards unity and encouraged those who may not win to support the elected leaders.
“That’s what makes us human—our differences—but what unites you all is something beyond those differences: your profession and commitment to the law. If someone is deeply passionate about the legal profession and wants to make a meaningful impact on Tanzanian society by promoting justice and peace, I would urge you, as a voter, to consider them,” he added.
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He called on the association to continue emphasizing the importance of professionals staying true to their legal expertise and fostering the growth of their organization.
“Continue to aspire to see your association grow and fulfill its duties for the benefit of all Tanzanians. Let me share a secret as you go about your elections: It’s impossible to have an organization of so many people without differences in ethnicity, religion, or even support for different football teams.
He said: “Some support one team, others another, some belong to different political parties, or come from different regions—God made them that way, so be tolerant of one another.”
