A total of 62 officers in the Special Forces Command ( SFC) have been decorated following the promotion to new ranks in recognition of their service, commitment and professional conduct.
The officers, comprising 15 senior and 47 Junior officers, were decorated today September 24 during a ceremony presided over by the SFC Commander Maj Gen Asaph Mweteise Nyakikuru, at the SFC Headquarters in Entebbe Wakiso District.
Congratulating the promoted officers, Nyakikuru reminded them that promotion comes with increased responsibility, accountability and expectations.
He urged them to lead by example, uphold discipline and professionalism, mentor Junior personnel, and continuously acquire knowledge and skills to remain adaptable to the demands of modern military operations.
The SFC Commander further challenged the officers to translate their new responsibilities into improved Operational readiness, training, physical fitness and professional competence while maintaining cohesion within their formations.
The SFC Deputy Commander Brig Gen JohnBosco Asinguza, advised the promoted officers to exercise their Authority with courage, humility, justice and restraint, stressing that greater responsibility requires greater accountability.
He acknowledged the contribution of spouses and families of the officers, noting that their sacrifice, prayers and unwavering support provide an important foundation for the officers service.
Speaking on behalf of the decorated officers, Lt.Col Nicholas Kagaba, Commander of the 17th Field Engineers Brigade, expressed appreciation to the Uganda People's Defence Forces ( UPDF) leadership for recognizing their service and pledged their continued commitment to serving Uganda with loyalty, integrity, discipline and courage.
He urged fellow officers to use their new authority to build themselves, develop those under their leadership and contribute to strengthening the UPDF.
The ceremony was also attended by SFC Director of Human Resource Management, Col. Night Ikiriza, who read the citations, as well as SFC group and brigade commanders and their deputies, other directors, officers, non- commissioned officers and spouses.