Maj Gen Francis Okello has been hailed for his pivotal role in establishing and developing the National Defence College – Uganda (NDC-U) into the country’s premier institution for strategic military education. The commendation came from Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, during a handover ceremony in which Maj Gen Okello officially passed command…
Major General Jack Bakasumba, Chief of Joint Staff of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has hailed the strong and “cordial” military relationship between Uganda and Nigeria, calling for deeper cooperation between the two countries’ armed forces. Representing the Chief of Defence Forces, Maj Gen Bakasumba made the remarks while hosting a 30-member delegation from…
Troops of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division have been called upon to uphold discipline, embrace ideological principles, and reflect on the legacy of national heroism throughout their military service. This message was delivered by Colonel Allan Kyangungu, Deputy Division Commander of the 3 Infantry Division, while officiating the launch of a…
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) and the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) joined the nation in commemorating the 36th Heroes Day Anniversary at Lyantonde Technical Institute Playgrounds in Kaliiro Town Council, Lyantonde District. Held under the theme “The Legacy and Ideals of Our Heroes: A Memorable Inspiration,” the event was presided over…
The Commandant of the Military Police Brigade, Brig Gen William Bainomugisha, has issued a firm warning to Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel, stating that unethical behaviour will not be tolerated within the force. “Unethical conduct will have no room here,” Brig Gen Bainomugisha declared while addressing soldiers at Nsujju-Mporwe Barracks in Mpigi District. His…
Officers from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) intelligence unit have been lauded for their professionalism and integrity, particularly in their support of field operations. The recognition came during a handover ceremony in which Maj Sirag Bruhan Yassin officially assumed the role of Division Intelligence Officer for the 3 Infantry Division, succeeding Maj Muradi Azabo,…
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has described Cedric Babu as a loyal and reliable friend who could be trusted in whatever circumstances. The General, who was accompanied by his wife Charlotte, was speaking at Cedric’s burial in Kamengo, Mpigi District. “Cedric was a loyal friend. You could count on him in any…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) and the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI) joined the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and the United Nations today to mark World Environment Day. This year’s theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” was echoed by the event’s…
Brigadier General Wycliffe Keita has officially taken over as the Joint Staff Training and Doctrine Command (JS TRADOC), succeeding Brig Gen Alex Olupot. The handover ceremony took place today at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. Brig Gen Olupot now assumes his new role as Commandant of the National Defence…
Lt Gen James Mugira, Managing Director of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), has lauded Uganda’s military-technical partnership with Russia as both historic and strategically vital. Speaking during the Russia–Uganda Intergovernmental Commission on Military-Technical Cooperation meeting at NEC Headquarters, Lt Gen Mugira hailed the engagement as a significant step forward in bilateral relations. “Russia has been…