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Top Military Chiefs To Be Vetted For Parliamentary: Uganda’s Opposition Pushes for Military Reform.

By Dean Lubowa Saava

In a bold move to strengthen oversight and accountability within Uganda’s armed forces, Shadow Minister for Defence Hon. Derrick Nyeko has unveiled plans to introduce a landmark amendment to the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Act, 2005.

Caption here (Apophia Agiresaasi, GPJ Uganda)

The proposed change would require the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Deputy CDF to undergo parliamentary vetting before assuming office.

This development comes on the heels of a public spat between Nyeko and UPDF Commander Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who refused to appear before Parliament’s Defence and Internal Affairs Committee.

Nyeko lambasted the general’s defiance, stating that it underscores the need for structural reforms within the military. “Gen. Muhoozi’s actions are unacceptable and go against the principles of democratic governance,” Nyeko emphasized.

Currently, the CDF is appointed solely by the President without independent vetting, sparking concerns about accountability and transparency.

Nyeko pointed out the inconsistency in the law, highlighting that the Inspector General of Police and the Commissioner of Prisons are subject to parliamentary vetting, while the head of the national army is not.

The proposed amendment aims to ensure that top military appointments are based on competence, experience, and integrity, rather than loyalty alone. Additionally, Nyeko is advocating for broader reforms to professionalize the UPDF, including changes to the military disciplinary system.

Shadow Minister for Defence Hon. Derrick Nyeko

Key reforms proposed by Nyeko include:

Parliamentary Vetting: Require the CDF and Deputy CDF to undergo parliamentary vetting before assuming office.

Military Disciplinary System: Ensure that military disciplinary courts are chaired by legally trained judges appointed in the same manner as High Court judges.

Civilian Oversight: End the practice of trying civilians in military Courts, in line with previous Constitutional Court rulings.

These reforms, if adopted, could significantly reshape Uganda’s military leadership and reinforce Parliament’s role in safeguarding democratic governance.

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