Okee Barmich Valerian was a distinguished Ugandan educator, public servant, and financial administrator with a career spanning over five decades. Throughout his professional journey, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, transparent governance, and community development, particularly within the Lamwo and Kitgum districts.
Born and raised in Lokung, Lamwo District, of the Pocii clan, Mr. Okee built his foundational expertise in Economics and Accounting at Makerere University, earning a B.A. (Hons) in 1971, followed by a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education in 1973.
He served as a Graduate Teacher for the Ministry of Education and Sports for nearly twenty years, becoming known for his ability to mentor students toward exceptional success in Economics and Commerce. His leadership led him to senior roles including Head of Department and Head Teacher.
In 1996, Mr. Okee was elected Member of Parliament for Lamwo Constituency, serving on the Committee on Finance, Planning and Economic Development. He personally funded the construction of a health clinic in Pader Parish and mobilized resources for local residents.
In the late 1990s, he traveled to London for the Kacoke Madit peace conferences, working to find peaceful resolutions to the civil strife in Northern Uganda caused by the LRA.
With a background in accounting and internal auditing refined at Vitafoam (U) Ltd., he became a vital figure in local government accountability as Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee for Lamwo District.
In 2016, President Yoweri Museveni awarded him a medal for his enormous contribution to Parliamentary Service and the Nation.
Until his passing on 13th April 2026, he served as Chairman of the Board of Governors at Lokung Senior Secondary School, Director of Finance and Planning at St. Francis Sunflower Press, Chairman of CARITAS at Padibe Catholic Parish, and member of the Lamwo Farmers' Cooperative Society.
He is survived by his family and a community that will forever bear the mark of his integrity and service.
