The
Special Forces Command (SFC) has celebrated its victory in the second edition
of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Inter-Forces Drill Competition, with the
Command leadership receiving the winning team and championship trophy at SFC
Headquarters in Entebbe, Wakiso District.
SFC
emerged overall champions, taking home the championship trophy and a cash prize
of UGX 50 million.
While
receiving the victorious team yesterday, Maj Gen. Asaph Mweteise Nyakikuru,
Commander of SFC, congratulated the participants for their outstanding
performance, saying the victory demonstrated the high standards expected of
Special Forces personnel.
He
commended the team for its professionalism, teamwork, dedication and
determination, saying their performance had brought honour to the Command.
However,
Maj Gen. Nyakikuru challenged the troops to translate their success in drill
competitions into other areas of military capability, particularly combat
readiness and marksmanship.
“This
was a CDF drill competition, but it did not end there. I want us to win in
combat because, after all, we are Special Forces. I also want us to win shooting
competitions.”
He
also commended the instructors and commanders whose efforts contributed to the
team’s success and urged the personnel to sustain the momentum by beginning
preparations early for future competitions.
The
Deputy Commander SFC, Brig Gen. JB Asinguza, described the victory as part of
the Command’s established culture of excellence and winning, noting that SFC
has secured numerous trophies in previous competitions.
He
attributed the achievements to sacrifice, courage, endurance, teamwork and
relentless preparation, stressing that success is built through hard work and
attention to detail.
Brig
Gen. Asinguza further highlighted the importance of parade drill in developing
alertness, coordination, confidence, leadership and unit cohesion among troops.
He
urged personnel to start preparing early for upcoming competitions instead of
waiting until the final stages.
The
Chief of Staff-SFC, Brig Gen. John Mango Baraza, described the drill as a
foundation of military bearing and said the latest victory should further
reinforce high standards across the Command.
He
noted that SFC has also demonstrated its competitive strength in other fields,
including sports, where the Command has previously secured several trophies.
However,
Brig Gen. Baraza cautioned the troops against complacency, warning that other
formations would be working hard to claim the title.
“Train
as hard as possible to ensure that the trophy is not taken away from us.”
Maj.
Stephen Mukiibi, the team leader, praised the team for maintaining focus
despite long hours, intense pressure and personal challenges during the
competition.
He
revealed that some team members faced difficult family circumstances, including
the loss of close relatives, but remained committed to their assignment.
Maj.
Mukiibi said the team approached the competition as one Special Forces Command
rather than as individuals or separate units, a mindset he credited for their
success.
In
addition to winning the overall championship, SFC emerged victorious in the
Officers’ Sword Drill, while Lt. Gordon Akandwanaho was named Best Junior
Officer.
Maj.
Mukiibi said the victory should inspire all SFC personnel to maintain high
standards and demonstrate total commitment whenever entrusted with an
assignment.
