KAMPALA, Uganda – One of the soldiers of the Ugandan People’s Defense Forces [UPDF] behind the imminent collapse of AlShabaab in Mogadishu died in Uganda, the African Union Mission in Somalia [AMISOM] acknowledged when itpaid tribute to the result of his service. Major General Paul Lokech died in Kampala on Saturday after battling the disease for several months.
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In a statement, the AMISOM team responsible for peace and stability in Somalia praised the officer for his “lasting legacy”. during his stay in Somalia, where he effectively participated in the fight against AlShabaab fighters.
“As a leader in the fight against armed militants, he leaves a legacy that will never be forgotten,” said AMISOM. , The UPDF and the people of Uganda in prayer as we remember their incredible and courageous contributions to peace and stability in Somalia. He initially served as a UPDF commander contingent between 201112 before returning to the country in the Horn of Africa in 201718.
He is one of the few commanders who, contrary to the one-year rotation period, served twice in Uganda. Mogadishu in 2011 he also paid tribute to Major General Paul Lokech, calling him the “Lion of Mogadishu”. The Banadir region is located in the Lower Shabelle. “Our condolences go to HE Kaguta Museveni and the people of Uganda on the death of Major General Paul Lokech.
A great friend of Somalia, the “Lion of Mogadishu” played an important role in the defeat of AlShabab. It won’t be forgotten, ”he tweeted. Heartbreakingly, I had the great opportunity to work with him on his first tour of Somalia.
As a logistics officer in the Somali National Army [SNA]. The UPDF has nearly 4,500 soldiers in Somalia Uganda was one of the countries that sent troops to Somalia in 2007 when AlShabaab was established, several cities in Somalia.
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