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61 UPDF officers complete Platoon Commanders' course at Lugore Training School
Karugaba noted that Platoon commanders play a critical role in leadership, operational effectiveness, and the welfare of troops. Lead by example, manage resources responsibly, and maintain high standards of integrity
UPDF officers pose for a group photo after completing the Platoon Commanders’ Course at the 4th Infantry Training School in Lugore, Gulu District. A total of 61 officers, including two women, graduated. (Courtesy:X/@MODVA_UPDF)
By: Vision Reporter, Journalist @New Vision
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A total of 61 Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) officers, including two female officers, completed a Platoon Commanders' Course at the 4th Infantry Training School in Lugore, Gulu district.
Presiding over the pass-out ceremony, the Joint Staff Logistics, Brig. Gen. Godwin Karugaba described the training as one of the most important investments that the UPDF can make for its personnel.
Brig. Gen. Godwin Karugaba described the training as one of the most important investments that the UPDF can make for its personnel. (Courtesy: X/@MODVA_UPDF)
“Platoon commanders play a critical role in leadership, operational effectiveness, and the welfare of troops. Lead by example, manage resources responsibly, and maintain high standards of integrity,” said Karugaba.
The chief of Joint Staff Training and Doctrine, Brig. Gen. Wycliffe Keita said that similar training programmes have been decentralised across UPDF divisions and formations, including the Land Force, Air Force, and Special Forces.
Representing the Commander of the 4th Infantry Division, Maj. Gen. Felix Busizoori, the Deputy Division Commander, Col Richard Kidega thanked the UPDF leadership for supporting the training school and urged the officers to uphold professionalism, discipline, and respect for civilian authority.
The Deputy Resident District Commissioner of Gulu, James Cosmas Okidi, encouraged the officers to continue upholding the values of discipline, patriotism, and professionalism.
The Commandant of the school, Lt Col Charles Okech, said the course covered tactical drills, field exercises, and operational scenarios designed to prepare officers for command and leadership responsibilities at platoon level.
During the ceremony, outstanding performers were recognised. Lt Peter Simon Ocan emerged as the overall best student, while Lt Amos Were was awarded best in field exercises. Lt Stephen Taabu was recognised as the best in class, while Lt Martin Okello was named the most disciplined trainee.
The chief of Joint Staff Training and Doctrine, Brig. Gen. Wycliffe Keita said that similar training programmes have been decentralised across UPDF divisions and formations, including the Land Force, Air Force, and Special Forces.
Representing the Commander of the 4th Infantry Division, Maj. Gen. Felix Busizoori, the Deputy Division Commander, Col Richard Kidega thanked the UPDF leadership for supporting the training school and urged the officers to uphold professionalism, discipline, and respect for civilian authority.
The Deputy Resident District Commissioner of Gulu, James Cosmas Okidi, encouraged the officers to continue upholding the values of discipline, patriotism, and professionalism.
The Commandant of the school, Lt Col Charles Okech, said the course covered tactical drills, field exercises, and operational scenarios designed to prepare officers for command and leadership responsibilities at platoon level.
During the ceremony, outstanding performers were recognised. Lt Peter Simon Ocan emerged as the overall best student, while Lt Amos Were was awarded best in field exercises. Lt Stephen Taabu was recognised as the best in class, while Lt Martin Okello was named the most disciplined trainee.
The ceremony was attended by brigade commanders, staff officers, local leaders, cultural representatives.