He cited theft involving army fuel, rations, pension money, allowances, and salaries, as well as corruption in personnel selection for external missions such as those in Somalia. He said the tragic incident where 57 soldiers were lost in Somalia was attributed to such corruption.

The President highlighted Hon. Mateke's role in a committee studying the situation in Congo, which included notable figures such as Gen. Taban Amin.

Additionally, the President expressed his delight in the newly established union under the Lokiriama Peace Accord between the Karimojong and Turkana communities of Kenya, emphasising that such cooperation and dialogue are essential in promoting lasting peace in the region.