The Joint Staff Policy and Strategy in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Maj Gen Don Nabaasa, has emphasized the need for collaboration among staff to achieve institutional goals.
Maj Gen Nabaasa made the remarks during the handover ceremony of the Office of the Director of Policy and Planning (DPP) from Col Herbert Nabimanya to Col Samuel Rombe Achile, which was held at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters in Mbuya – Kampala
Maj Gen Nabaasa acknowledged the significance of the role and commended both the outgoing and incoming directors for their dedication and service.
“All performers use their staff to deliver. You should support your staff to succeed; otherwise, misuse of resources can lead to failure,” he said.
Col Achile takes over aa Director of Policy and Planning while Col Nabimanya proceeds to the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U), outlined his vision for the department, calling for innovation and accountability.
Maj Gen Nabaasa said that the UPDF goal is to enhance strategic structures while closing existing gaps and therefore they must cultivate a proactive culture of creativity, innovation, discipline, professionalism, and patriotism within our ranks and urged the staff to embrace a forward-looking mindset.
In his farewell remarks, Col Nabimanya thanked the Director of Policy and Planning staff and section heads for their cooperation during his tenure.
“I am grateful to the Director of Policy and Planning staff and the heads of sections for their unwavering support during my time in office. It is this teamwork that enabled us to deliver on the department’s mandate effectively,” He said.
The ceremony was attended by officials from the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, senior and junior UPDF officers and other stakeholders.
