Patrick Okidi, Oyam – The first day of the police recruitment exercise in Oyam district concluded successfully with 75 candidates turning up at Anyeke P.7 School. Ten candidates did not appear, as the shortlisted number was 85. Interestingly, two female candidates shared the name Aceng Sharon, one from Minakulu and another from Oyam Town Council. Fortunately, the National Identification Number (NIN) was used to correctly identify each individual.
According to North Kyoga Region Police Public Relations Officer (PRO) SP Jimmy Patrick Okema, two candidates arrived despite their names not being on the list. They were advised to wait for another opportunity and subsequently left.
The exercise commenced at 9:00 AM on May 6, 2024, in the presence of the District Internal Security Officer (DISO) and the Local Council V Chairman (LCV) of Oyam, Honorable Dila Benson, who arrived later.
In his address to the candidates, the team leader CP Ssegiriinya Fredrick congratulated them on being shortlisted and emphasized that they were joining a disciplined force, the Uganda Police Force. Regional Police Commander (RPC) SSP Tugiizire Allan cautioned the candidates against giving money to individuals who claim to assist them, emphasizing that the process is open and transparent, and candidates are selected on merit.
Other officers present included SP Okema Patrick Jimmy, PRO of North Kyoga Police Region, SP Bhayo, Human Resource Officer (HRO), SP Ssali from the recruitment team, the District Police Commander (DPC), the District Criminal Investigations Officer (DCIO) of Oyam, and SP Sasya, a medical doctor, among others.
The team leader later outlined the interview process, which includes roll call, registration, physical fitness tests, medical examinations, oral interviews, and aptitude tests. Candidates who successfully complete the interviews and meet the required pass mark will be notified through their DPC and various media outlets.
Lastly, the candidates were cautioned against engaging in unsafe sexual practices, which could result in pregnancy and hinder their chances of attending training. Boys were also advised to avoid sexual activity, as it could lead to defilement, a criminal offense.
