Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been urged to safeguard and consolidate security gains in the Barawe Sub-Sector.
The call was made by the Commander of Battle Group 45, Colonel Justus Musenene, during a visit to troops stationed at Seaport and Barawe Knoll Forward Operating Bases (FOBs), where he assessed their welfare and operational readiness.
Col Musenene commended the troops for their dedication to maintaining peace and stability in the area. He encouraged them to remain vigilant while carrying out their duties.
“Continue serving with the same spirit of Pan-Africanism,” he said.
He emphasised discipline, professionalism and strong comradeship among soldiers, describing them as critical to operational effectiveness and mission success.
The Commanding Officer of the 145 Infantry Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Geoffrey Ochan, urged the troops to adhere to AUSSOM Standing Operating Procedures and uphold the values and reputation of the UPDF while executing their responsibilities.
Col Musenene was accompanied by the Seaport FOB Commander, Major Samuel Eduku; the Barawe Knoll FOB Commander, Major George Obol; the Battle Group 45 Operations Officer, Major David Okema; the Military Information Officer, Major David Akandwanaho; the Administrative Officer, Major RT Mugabe; the Political Commissar, Major Emuron; and other senior and junior officers.
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