condolences for ugandan peacekeeper in darfur

May 30, 2008

        On Wednesday May 28 2008, a Ugandan UNAMID peacekeeper was found dead in his vehicle in the outdoor market of El Fasher. The peacekeeper, Inspector of Police John Kennedy Okecha, was posted at an airport in Darfur. He is the first UNAMID peacekeeper to be killed after the UNAMID took over from the African Union force. Ugandan police officials and UNAMID officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding Inspector Okecha’s death.

        Damanga Coalition for Freedom and Democracy is saddened by the death of Inspector Okecha and we would like to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Okecha. We also extend our condolences to the members of the Uganda Police force and the people of Uganda. These acts of violence against peacekeepers are discouraging and they must stop. We hope that those who are responsible for these attacks are discovered and brought to justice.