The government cited Objective XIII of the National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy, Article 210(d) of the Constitution, and Section 38 of the UPDF Act, which empower the state and the President with parliamentary approval to participate in international peace and security operations.

Through the ATLAS initiative, the IAEA aims to bring together key stakeholders, including Member States, the International Maritime Organization, port authorities, nuclear and maritime regulators, and industry representatives, to address the legal, regulatory, and technical challenges associated with deploying nuclear technology at sea.

Brig Gen Nyakikuru commended Brig Gen Namawa for laying a strong foundation for the office and urged Brig Gen Baraza to build on the progress made. He said the transfers are part of the Special Forces Command's ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership, administration, and operational effectiveness across its formations.

President Mohamud thanked Uganda for its continued military support through the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), saying the contribution has helped Somalia make significant progress despite persistent security challenges.

“Prisons Service has been infiltrated by the military,because for us who have been been in Prison, we know why prisons officers operate and handle issues. What we saw at the court was just military in the prisons uniform. Why would a prisons officer be that bitter and angry against us accessing our sick leader?” Lulume asked.

“It is illegal for private individuals to install sirens or use escort vehicles to force their way through traffic. The right of way is only provided for the State motorcade, the Vice President, the Prime Minister, the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker, the Chief Justice, ambulances and emergency military vehicles. Ministers do not have the legal right of way,” Kananura noted.

SFC enters this year's competition seeking to build on its strong performance in the inaugural edition, where it won two trophies and emerged the best in the Mastery (Showmanship) Drill category. The Internal Security Organisation (ISO) claimed the overall title.