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Message: [QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 26643, member: 2262"] Colonel Deo Akiiki has been appointed as Military Assistant to General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Adviser on Special Operations. Colonel Akiiki announced his new position on Friday, February 28, thanking UPDF leadership for their confidence in him. The appointment becomes effective immediately, creating a vacancy for the defense and military deputy spokesperson role at Mbuya headquarters. This staffing change suggests Colonel Chris Magezi, who previously functioned as an unofficial spokesperson for General Muhoozi, may transfer to work under Acting Major General Felix Kulayigye. Colonel Akiiki brings over twenty years of experience in military public relations to his new assignment. Since 2004, he has maintained strong media relationships, providing coverage of major operations, including efforts against the Lord's Resistance Army in northern Uganda. His media work extended to the Karamoja disarmament program, UPDF deployments in Somalia, and Operation Lightning Thunder conducted in the Democratic Republic of Congo. For seven consecutive years, he fulfilled responsibilities as deputy spokesperson for UPDF, engaging with domestic and international media regarding security matters. Colonel Akiiki expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve at the highest levels of UPDF leadership. The Military Assistant position involves substantial support duties for senior officers like the Chief of Defence Forces, encompassing both operational and administrative responsibilities. These duties typically include providing advice, serving as liaison between departments, managing communications, delivering intelligence briefings, and maintaining protocol standards. Colonel Akiiki will advise on defense matters and special operations and coordinate between the CDF and various military units and government agencies. His responsibilities include helping plan and execute key military strategies, plus managing defense communications to shape public perception of UPDF activities. Administrative tasks comprise managing schedules, preparing briefings, and handling official correspondence for the CDF. His background in military communications indicates an emphasis on strategic messaging and media relations within defense operations. Colonel Akiiki concluded his acceptance with "Mungu pamoja Nasi" - a Swahili phrase meaning "God is with us." [/QUOTE]

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