The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Motorised Infantry Division has welcomed Colonel Griffin Kantinti Senkubuge as its new Deputy Division Commander.
He replaces Colonel Esibio Omaria.
The Deputy Commander Land Forces, Major General Joseph Ssemwanga, presided over the handover ceremony.
Maj Gen Ssemwanga described the change of command as a long-standing UPDF tradition that promotes leadership continuity and professionalism.
He commended Col Omaria for his dedicated service to the Motorised Infantry Division.
He also congratulated him on his selection to attend the National Defence College. He said the course would broaden his understanding of international relations, strategy and national security.
Maj Gen Ssemwanga reminded Col Kantinti that the position carries major oversight responsibilities.
He said the UPDF leadership expects quality service delivery, accountability, discipline and proper use of resources. He also stressed the need to uphold the force’s ideological orientation across all formations.
The Motorised Infantry Division Commander, Major General Charles Byanyima, thanked the UPDF leadership for maintaining continuity of command, professionalism and orderly leadership transitions.
“The emphasis placed on developing competent and mission-oriented leaders has strengthened the operational effectiveness of the UPDF and enabled it to execute its constitutional mandate with excellence. It is for this reason that Col Omaria has been selected for the National Defence College course,” Maj Gen Byanyima said.
Col Omaria thanked the UPDF leadership and the Motorised Infantry Division for the trust and support he received during his tenure as Deputy Division Commander.
Col Kantinti thanked the Chief of Defence Forces and the UPDF strategic leadership for entrusting him with the position.
The ceremony was attended by the Nakasongola Cantonment Commander, Brigadier General Kosia Kutesa; the Director of Anti-Aircraft, Brigadier General Ali Kasauli; and the Commandant of the Uganda Air Force College, Brigadier General Allan Kalanzi.
Brigade commanders, senior and junior officers, and other guests also attended.
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