Maj Gen Oula tells graduates security threats are evolving and urges continuous learning as 270 trainees complete intensive training in Jinja
JINJA — NEC Security Services Limited (NSSL), a subsidiary of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), has passed out a new batch of trained security guards, with senior officials urging the graduates to maintain discipline, integrity and professionalism as they prepare to take up security assignments across the country.
Trainees showcasing different skills attained during the training
The pass-out ceremony was held on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Gaddafi Barracks in Jinja, following a one-month intensive training programme designed to prepare the guards for professional security operations.
The graduation comes as NSSL moves to strengthen its workforce ahead of the execution of strategic security contracts across Uganda.
The ceremony was presided over by NEC Deputy Managing Director, Maj Gen Innocent Oula, who commended the trainees for their determination, resilience and commitment throughout the training.
Oula: This is only the beginning
Addressing the graduates, Maj Gen Oula described their completion of training as an important milestone but cautioned them against treating graduation as the end of their professional development.
“You have demonstrated determination, resilience and commitment throughout your training and therefore deserve today’s recognition for this important milestone,” Maj Gen Oula told the recruits.
Major gen innocent Oula speaking during the pass out ceremony
He challenged the newly trained guards to embrace continuous learning and excellence, arguing that the security environment is constantly changing.
“Let this be the beginning of a lifelong commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Security threats continue to evolve, and so must your skills,” he said.
Maj Gen Oula also commended the instructors for their dedication and reaffirmed NEC’s commitment to developing a professional security workforce capable of meeting international standards.
He wished the graduates success as they prepare for deployment to different security assignments.
Security critical to Uganda’s economic growth
NSSL Deputy General Manager Col Vincent Odori Omollo said professional security services have become increasingly important to Uganda’s economic growth, investment and business operations.
Col omollo speaking to the trainees at jinja during the pass out ceremony
He linked the work of security personnel to the country’s long-term development aspirations under Vision 2040, saying businesses and communities can only thrive when operating in a secure environment.
“Security is a shared responsibility, and professional private security services play an important role in complementing government security agencies,” Col Omollo said.
His remarks underscored the broader role of private security companies beyond guarding individual premises, particularly in creating an environment where businesses, investors and communities can operate with confidence.
283 recruited, 270 complete training
According to Col Omollo, NSSL recruited 283 personnel during recruitment exercises conducted between July 11 and 18, 2026, in Kampala and Jinja.
However, 13 trainees — two females and 11 males — withdrew from the programme, leaving the remaining recruits to successfully complete the training.
The graduates came from diverse professional and social backgrounds.
They included veterans, retired members of security services, former police and prison officers, former international security personnel and civilians, including university graduates.
The diversity of the recruits, officials said, provides NSSL with a workforce bringing different experiences and skills into the private security sector.
Training conducted at Gaddafi Barracks
The intensive programme was coordinated by the Non-Commissioned Officers Training Academy at Gaddafi Barracks in Jinja.
Academy Coordinator Capt. James Patrick Ogolu expressed appreciation for the opportunity to train the young Ugandans, describing the graduates as patriotic and ready to serve in NSSL’s security operations.
The training is part of NEC’s wider efforts to build the capacity of its subsidiaries and develop a professional security workforce capable of delivering reliable services across the country.
Top performers rewarded
The ceremony also provided an opportunity to recognise trainees who distinguished themselves during the month-long programme.
Hamba Travov was named Best Overall Trainee, while Dheyongara Asaad emerged as Best in Marksmanship.
Kijuga Muyingo was recognised as the Most Disciplined Trainee, while Niwagaba Hillary received the Best in Leadership award.
Nuwe Ahereza was named the Most Motivated Trainee.
The awards highlighted the qualities NSSL says it wants to see in its security workforce, including discipline, leadership, motivation and technical competence.
EACOP officials attend ceremony
The ceremony was attended by several senior officials, including General Manager of the EACOP Project, Brig (Rtd) Dominic Twesigomwe, as well as the NSSL Human Resources Manager and Marketing Manager.
Their presence comes as NSSL continues positioning itself to provide professional security services for strategic projects and operations in Uganda.
Brig(Rtd) Dominic Twesigomwe during the pass outof the trained guards
Building a professional security workforce
The pass-out marks another milestone in NEC’s efforts to strengthen its subsidiaries through investment and capacity building.
For the newly graduated guards, however, the real test now begins as they transition from training into active deployment.
With Maj Gen Oula’s message that security threats are continuously evolving, the guards have been reminded that their effectiveness will depend not only on the training they have completed but also on their ability to continue learning, remain disciplined and uphold professional standards.
NSSL says the ultimate objective is to build a professional security workforce capable of providing reliable security services across Uganda.
