The Heroes' Day medal shows that there's much trust in me - Enanga

Enanga was among the 81 people to receive medals on Thursday for their services towards the development of the country.

In this vein, Enanga was awarded with a Golden Jubilee medal for his outstanding contribution and services to the government.

Enanga thanked President Museveni for the recognition.

“It really shows that there is much trust and appreciation for the work you do as a police officer. I am happy that after over 20 years, I have been able to receive this medal,” Enanga said.

This is the third time he has received a medal from government.

“I also received three medals when I was in peace keeping mission, so I have now received five medals so far in my journey as a police officer,” he said.

Enanga awarded Pulse

This year’s Heroes’ Day was held at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, celebrated under the theme; “Commemorating our Heroes and Heroines: An opportunity to consolidate our efforts in securing Uganda.”

34 people received the 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Medal, 17 received the Nalubaale medal, 18 received the Luweero triangle medal and 5 were awarded the with Damu medal.

Four people were awarded with Long Service Gold Police Medals, 2 Long Serving Police medalists and 2 honorary medals.

The Guest of Honour at this year’s celebration was Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, who represented President Museveni.

While delivering the president’s speech, Nabbanja said that NRM leadership remains committed to principal two, which is Pan-Africanism. We support the interaction of East Africa and the African market.

“We must prioritise the creation of jobs and wealth for households,” Nabbanja said.

“It is because of the determination of the NRM government to fight poverty that we have now embarked on the Parish Development Model, a game-changer.”

Heroes’ Day is a yearly event which commemorates those persons who sacrificed life and limb to bring the National Resistance Movement government to power.