12 Facts About David Oyite-Ojok

David Oyite-Ojok was transferred from 1st Battalion to 4th Battalion on 7 February 1966 at Shaban Opolot's orders.

David Oyite-Ojok was one of President Obote's most important followers in the military, and was described by Omara-Otunnu as 'Obote's principal military confidant' was appointed to the '.

In 1972, David Oyite-Ojok took part in a rebel invasion of Uganda which aimed at restoring Obote to presidency.

David Oyite-Ojok assumed a key role in the grouping of military exiles who, with the backing of Tanzanian troops, led the counteroffensive which resulted in the overthrow of Amin.

David Oyite-Ojok eventually rose to chief of staff for the entire UNLA.

David Oyite-Ojok remained loyal to Obote who was preparing to return from exile.

David Oyite-Ojok ensured that the national army under his command was overwhelmingly made up of Northerners, such as himself.

Meanwhile, David Oyite-Ojok organized his personal death squad led by his trusted follower Captain Patrick Ageta.

David Oyite-Ojok campaigned on behalf of Obote, using his status as "legendary commander" to rally northerners to his cause.

Researcher Opiyo Oloya argued that this "was the game as [David Oyite-Ojok] saw and played it".

At one point, the army commander and President engaged in a fierce dispute over this issue, with David Oyite-Ojok reportedly telling his superior that "it was because of him and the army that he was still in power".

On 2 December 1983, David Oyite-Ojok died in a helicopter crash in Nakitoma Sub-county, part of Nakasongola District.