By Major General Don Nabasa has officially handed over the reins of the 3rd Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) to Brigadier General Wilberforce Sserunkuma. The ceremony, which took place in Karamoja, marked the end of Maj Gen Nabasa’s tenure as Commander of the 3rd Infantry Division.
During the event, Lt Gen Muhanga Kayanja, Commander of the Land Force, praised the joint security forces for their contribution to peace in Karamoja and surrounding regions. He emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation and cross-border engagement to safeguard the progress made.
Hon Dr. Lokeris Peter, Minister for Karamoja Affairs, expressed his gratitude to the President for providing clear guidance to security forces, which has been instrumental in restoring peace to the region.
Maj Gen Nabasa, who has been reassigned to the position of Joint Staff Policy and Strategy, reflected on his time in command, highlighting the 80% disarmament success achieved in Karamoja. He attributed this success to the strong collaboration between local leaders and security forces.
The new commanders, Brig Gen Sserunkuma and Col Allan Kyangungu, who takes over as Deputy Commander of the 3rd Infantry Division, have committed to building on the solid foundation laid by their predecessors. They pledged to focus on creating conditions conducive to socio-economic transformation in the region.
The ceremony was attended by regional leaders, including Members of Parliament, RDCs/RCC, LC V chairpersons, security commanders, mayors, religious leaders, members of civil society organizations (CSOs), and Karacuna mobilizers. The event concluded with a renewed pledge from all stakeholders to ensure lasting peace and stability in the region.
