Kidepo region has received
a new deputy Regional Police Commander SSP Sooma Nelson who was transferred
from East Kyoga region replacing SSP Lameck Kigozi who has been transferred to
the police headquarters under the Chief Political Commissariat directorate.
The transfers
took effect on the 14th of February 2024 followed by the official
hand over of office yesterday.
In his
message, Sooma has urged the populace to be peaceful and also embrace education
as well as engaging in productive activities.
Sooma
further encouraged the locals to always report crime and to support the police
efforts by willing to record statements and testify in the courts of law.
He adds that
his office is open 24-7 to any community member and one is free to reach out
for guidance or reporting any grievances.