The former Commandant of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Defence General Depot (DGD) Brig Gen Augustine Kyazze has officially handed over office to Colonel Godfrey Mathias Abigaba at a ceremony that took place at Magamaga Barracks in Mayuge District.
The event was presided over by the Joint Staff in Charge of Logistics, Brig Gen Godwin Karugaba who praised Brig Gen Kyazze for his outstanding leadership throughout his three-year tenure.
“This is a strategic UPDF unit that serves as the custodian of all logistics in the army and it’ sensitive requires a disciplined and sober person. We commend Brig Gen Kyazze for managing it well. Uphold the standards and legacy you’ve built as you transition into your next chapter.” Brig Gen Karugaba said.
Brig Gen Karugaba encouraged all logistics personnel to emulate Kyazze’s dedication and professionalism in order to uphold the UPDF’s reputation for excellence.
Brig Gen Karugaba also turned to the incoming commander who is recent graduate of the National Defence College–Uganda and an experienced logistician to think wisely, work hard, and apply exceptional knowledge saying that the leadership did not choose him by mistake.
In his farewell address, Brig Gen Kyazze who is set to retire from the Army later this year, expressed gratitude to the UPDF leadership for entrusting him with the role, attributing his success to discipline and the supportive work environment at Magamaga.
Col Abigaba, in his acceptance remarks, thanked the UPDF leadership for their confidence in him and described the appointment as a mark of trust and pledged to serve with diligence while maintaining the standards set by his predecessor.
The ceremony was attended by senior and junior officers who included Commandant of the College of Logistics and Engineering Col Chris Kyanku, the Commandant of the School of Supply and Transport; departmental heads Col Katongole and other officers from Magamaga Barracks.
