Deputy CDF Gen. Okiding applauds Military Police drill skills
Gen. Bainomugisha emphasised the critical role of drills in military discipline, explaining that “drills shape how soldiers move, respond to commands, and maintain bearing,” and stressing the need to “treat them as more than just training exercises.”
A release from the Ministry of Defence and Veterans' Affairs states that the Deputy CDF urged participants to maintain their high standards while continuing to refine their skills. (UPDF Photo)
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KAMPALA - The Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Samuel Okiding, has commended the Military Police for their exemplary performance ahead of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Interforce Drill Competition, which is slated to be held on 14 May 2025 at Kololo Independence Grounds.
Lt Gen Okiding made the remarks during his assessment visit to Makindye Military Police Brigade headquarters.
He stated that “these drills are fundamental to maintaining our forces’ professionalism, alertness and combat readiness,” praising the Military Police for having “not only met but exceeded all requirements.”
A release from the Ministry of Defence and Veterans' Affairs states that the Deputy CDF urged participants to maintain their high standards while continuing to refine their skills.
At the same events, Brig Gen William Bainomugisha, Commandant of the Military Police Brigade, emphasised the critical role of drills in military discipline, explaining that “drills shape how soldiers move, respond to commands, and maintain bearing,” and stressing the need to “treat them as more than just training exercises.”
The competition, launched on 15 February in Bombo, is part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational readiness across the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF).
Brig Gen Kagyenyi, the Deputy Inspector General, Col Namanya Napoleon, plus Col Musenene, among other senior army officers and various department heads, attended the events.