A fast-paced, nail biting military drill by the newly graduated counter-terrorism officers of the School of Military Intelligence and Security in Nakasongola is today the climax of months of rigorous mental and physical training, described by President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander in Chief as ‘Being sure of Your self’ in combat.
The young warriors dry-practiced 8 action-packed drills during which
they would respond instinctively and without delay to enemy fire
while running, crawling, jumping and shooting at targets set at 25
metres, 50 metres and 100 metres and neutralizing them in seconds.
They also included use of choppers in VIP protection and terrorism
and enemy capture in hostage situations.
“”It’s a good beginning for you, don’t loose this chance. One element
about fighting is to be sure of your self. When you are confident of
yourself, you can handle any combat situation. I congratulate you
upon completing this very difficult course,” he said.
The President was today presiding over the pass-out of 171 counter
Terrorism warriors under the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence who
have been undergoing training in combating terrorism, violent
extremism, cyber threats, politically motivated violence and threats that transcend borders. The officers are trained in build up areas in
the air, under very strenuous circumstances using both small arms
and heavy weapons at short and long distances
