Police Chief Welcomes Gen Kandiho's Appointment

The Inspector General of Police Okoth Ochola has welcomed the appointment of Maj Gen Abel Kanidho as the new Police Chief of Joint Staff.

“The IGP looks forward to working with Major General Kandiho, in overseeing, guiding and delivering strong leadership that supports the vision, mission and values of the force,” Ochola in a message through the Police spokesperson on Tuesday evening.

President Museveni on Tuesday recalled Gen Kandiho who he had sent to monitor on behalf of the guarantors, the assembling, screening, demobilization and integration of the armed forces of South Sudan, assigning the former CMI Chief a police role.

In the changes announced Tuesday, the President also moved Brig C.K Asiimwe from CMI and sent him for further training.

Gen Kandiho replaces Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba who has now been sent to South Sudan.

Ochola also congratulated Gen Bakasumba upon the new appointment but also applauded him for the service during his tour of duty in the police as Chief of Joint Staff.