The 4 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) passed out soldiers who completed a three-month Specialised Arms training course at the Division Training School in Lugore.
The training was designed to equip the soldiers with essential military skills and knowledge to prepare them for service in their respective units.
Presiding over the pass-out ceremony, the Division Commander, Major General Wilberforce Karate Serunkuma, emphasised that discipline goes beyond obeying lawful orders and called on the soldiers to apply the skills acquired during training, work as a team and respect the chain of command as they begin their assignments.
Brig Gen Emmanuel Ayuku Ewama, the Director of Human Resource, Land Force, urged the soldiers to understand the concepts, mission and potential of the training as they transition into active service.
Col Michael Katongole Sempijja, from the Joint Staff Training and Doctrine Command, encouraged the soldiers to continue improving their skills and wished them success in their respective units.
“You have met the minimum competence to begin serving in your units,” Col Sempijja said.
The ceremony the presentation of awards to outstanding trainees in various categories. Pte Ochero Isaac was recognised as the Best Overall Trainee, while Pte Kyosaba Mildred received the award for Best in Field, among other awardees.
The event was attended by the Deputy Division Commander, Col Richard Kidega Obura; Col Alex Wambi; Col Orombi Oloya, the Division Training Officer; brigade commanders; commanding officers; and other invited guests.
