Jinja Cantonment Commander Maj Gen Lorot Dies

By Kampala Post Reporter

The UPDF Jinja Cantonment Commander, Maj Gen John Lorot has died.

Defence Spokesperson, Brig Richard Karemire says Gen Lorot “died of natural causes” at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala on Wednesday morning.

“UPDF and the entire country will always miss him. We will always be grateful for his distinguished service. Our deepest condolences to his family,” Brig Karemire said.

Previously commander of 5th division at Acholi Pii in Pader district, Lorot was elevated from the rank of Brigadier to Major General last year.